CVE-2015-9014: An elevation of privilege vulnerability in Qualcomm closed source components.

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2015-9014 is an Android kernel privilege-escalation issue in Qualcomm closed-source components. In business terms, a vulnerable Android device could allow a lower-privileged attacker path to higher device privileges. The public record is sparse and does not provide CVSS, exploit details, or named mitigations beyond the Android bulletin reference. Exposure is most likely on Android devices using affected Qualcomm kernel components that have not received the relevant Android security update from device vendors or carriers. The bundle does not enumerate device models, chipset families, or supported version ranges. Prioritize validation for managed Android fleets, especially older Qualcomm-based devices. Urgency is moderate operationally but cannot be scored precisely from the provided sources. Devices that cannot prove receipt of the relevant Android security update should be treated as higher-risk legacy assets. Mitigation focus: Check vendor and carrier guidance for CVE-2015-9014 or Android ID A-36393750.; Confirm affected Android devices received the relevant June 2017 Android security bulletin fixes.; Prioritize updates or retirement for unsupported Qualcomm-based Android devices..

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Jun 7, 2026, 14:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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