CVE-2016-10299: An elevation of privilege vulnerability in Qualcomm closed source components.

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-10299 is an Android elevation-of-privilege issue in Qualcomm closed source kernel-related components. The public record gives very limited detail, so business urgency depends on whether managed Android devices use affected Qualcomm builds and remain below the relevant June 2017 Android security updates. Likely exposure is Android devices using affected Qualcomm closed source components in Android kernel builds that did not receive the June 2017 Android security bulletin fixes. The sources do not identify exact handset models, chipset families, or OEM firmware versions. Treat this as an exposure-management item for legacy Android fleets, not a confirmed active-exploitation emergency based on the provided sources. Prioritize identifying unpatched Qualcomm-based Android devices and removing unsupported devices from sensitive use. Mitigation focus: Apply OEM or carrier firmware updates that include the June 2017 Android security bulletin fixes.; Prioritize Android devices with Qualcomm components that lack current security patch levels.; Check vendor and OEM guidance for model-specific fixed builds..

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

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