CVE-2015-0569: Heap-based buffer overflow in the private wireless extensions IOCTL implementation in wlan_hdd_wext.c in th...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2015-0569 is a local privilege escalation flaw in a Qualcomm-related Android Wi-Fi driver path. A malicious app could abuse the driver and gain higher privileges on affected devices. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring, affected model lists, or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to devices using affected QuIC/Qualcomm MSM Android WLAN driver code in Linux 3.x or 4.x. The bundle does not enumerate device models, OEM firmware branches, or patched build levels, so validation requires vendor and device-specific checks. Prioritize if the organization still operates older Android or embedded devices with Qualcomm WLAN drivers. The main business concern is device compromise through a malicious local app, especially where unsupported devices remain in production or sensitive environments. Mitigation focus: Check Android, OEM, and Qualcomm/CodeAurora guidance for fixed firmware.; Prioritize updates for devices using Qualcomm MSM WLAN driver code.; Restrict untrusted app installation on potentially affected Android devices..

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Jun 13, 2026, 14:44 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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