CVE-2015-8966: arch/arm/kernel/sys_oabi-compat.c in the Linux kernel before 4.4 allows local users to gain privileges via...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw affects Linux kernels before 4.4 on ARM compatibility code. A person or process with local access could escalate privileges, potentially taking control of the affected device or host. The sources do not provide CVSS, broad affected product lists, or evidence of active exploitation. Most likely exposure is legacy ARM Linux or Android-derived systems using kernels older than 4.4. The bundle does not identify specific distributions, device models, or supported product versions beyond Linux kernel before 4.4. Treat as a legacy platform risk with high impact if present. It should be prioritized for ARM devices that are unsupported, shared by multiple users, or run untrusted workloads, but it is not supported by the provided sources as internet-remote or actively exploited. Mitigation focus: Identify ARM systems running Linux kernels before 4.4.; Upgrade to a vendor-supported kernel containing the referenced upstream fix.; Check Android or device vendor bulletins for backported patches..

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Jun 13, 2026, 13:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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