CVE-2015-9177: In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon...

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CVE-2015-9177 is a Qualcomm Snapdragon issue fixed through Android security patching. A crypto API function could read beyond a buffer on affected Android-based mobile, wearable, and automobile platforms. The sources do not provide CVSS, exploitation evidence, or detailed impact, so urgency depends on whether unsupported affected devices remain in service. Exposure is most likely on Android or Android-derived devices using the listed Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets and running a patch level earlier than 2018-04-05. Legacy mobile, wearable, and embedded automobile devices are the main concern, especially where OEM firmware support has ended. Treat this as a legacy device exposure question, not an active exploitation emergency based on available evidence. Prioritize inventory and patch-status verification for Qualcomm-based Android and embedded fleets, then handle unsupported devices through lifecycle or isolation decisions. Mitigation focus: Apply Android security patch level 2018-04-05 or later where vendor firmware supports it.; Check OEM, Qualcomm, and Android guidance for device-specific firmware availability.; Inventory Qualcomm-based Android, automobile, mobile, and wear devices using the listed chipsets..

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

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