CVE-2015-8943: drivers/video/msm/mdss/mdss_mdp_util.c in the Qualcomm components in Android before 2016-08-05 on Nexus 5 d...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw affects Qualcomm display-driver components in Android builds before the August 5, 2016 security update on Nexus 5 devices. A malicious app could use the bug to gain higher privileges on the device. The available sources do not provide CVSS, broad product coverage, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure appears limited by the supplied record to Nexus 5 devices running Android builds before the 2016-08-05 security level. Other Qualcomm-based devices are not confirmed in the provided evidence, so do not assume broader scope without vendor confirmation. Prioritize remediation for any still-managed Nexus 5 or legacy Android fleet. Business risk is mainly mobile privilege escalation from malicious apps, but the evidence points to an old, device-specific issue rather than a current broad platform emergency. Mitigation focus: Apply Android security updates at or beyond the 2016-08-05 patch level.; Retire or isolate Nexus 5 devices that cannot receive the update.; Check OEM or Qualcomm guidance before assuming non-Nexus device impact..

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

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