CVE-2026-86555
Hardcoded Key Vulnerability in ZTE SmartLife APP
Description
The ZTE SmartLife application has a hardcoded key. The key used to decrypt account server information is stored in plaintext in the code. Once the key is obtained, the server information can be decrypted, thus exposing it.
INFO
Published Date :
Sept. 20, 2026, 10:16 a.m.
Last Modified :
Sept. 20, 2026, 10:16 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-86555
vulnerability.
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No affected product recoded yet
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 6786b568-6808-4982-b61f-398b0d9679eb | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Remove hardcoded encryption keys from the application.
- Implement secure key management for sensitive data.
- Re-encrypt sensitive data with new keys.
- Update the application to version with fixed key management.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-86555.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://support.zte.com.cn/zte-iccp-isupport-webui/bulletin/detail/874505866159007054 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-86555 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-86555
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Sep. 20, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description The ZTE SmartLife application has a hardcoded key. The key used to decrypt account server information is stored in plaintext in the code. Once the key is obtained, the server information can be decrypted, thus exposing it. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-798 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/86xxx/CVE-2026-86555.json">CVE-2026-86555</a> Added Reference https://support.zte.com.cn/zte-iccp-isupport-webui/bulletin/detail/874505866159007054