CVE-2014-9870: The Linux kernel before 3.11 on ARM platforms, as used in Android before 2016-08-05 on Nexus 5 and 7 (2013)...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE is a local privilege escalation issue affecting older ARM Linux kernels and Android builds, specifically cited for Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013) before the 2016-08-05 Android update. A malicious local application could gain higher privileges. It matters mainly for legacy Android or ARM Linux assets still in use. Exposure is most likely on obsolete ARM Linux systems or Android devices running builds before 2016-08-05, especially Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013). Modern supported Android devices are unlikely to be exposed if maintained with vendor security updates. Prioritize if the organization still operates legacy Android or ARM Linux devices in production, field operations, labs, or kiosk use. For fully supported mobile fleets with current patching, urgency is lower but inventory confirmation is still warranted. Mitigation focus: Identify Android and ARM Linux assets using kernels before 3.11.; Apply vendor-supported Android security updates or kernel fixes where available.; Retire or isolate unsupported Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013) devices..

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Jun 13, 2026, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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