Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2014-9909 is an Android Broadcom Wi-Fi driver privilege escalation issue. A malicious local application could run code in the Android kernel, but the source states it first requires compromise of a privileged process. Treat exposed, unpatched Android devices as high risk because kernel execution can defeat normal app isolation. Exposure is limited to Android devices with the affected Broadcom Wi-Fi driver covered by the December 2016 Android bulletin. The source bundle lists Android versions as N/A, so exact version and device coverage must be confirmed through Android and OEM security bulletins. Prioritize remediation for managed Android fleets, especially older or unsupported devices. The vulnerability is high impact because kernel execution can undermine device security, but urgency is moderated by the documented need for local malicious code and prior privileged-process compromise. Mitigation focus: Review the Android December 2016 bulletin and OEM advisories for patch availability.; Prioritize supported Android devices receiving security updates from the manufacturer.; Retire or isolate unsupported Android devices that cannot receive vendor fixes..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-12-01.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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