CVE-2016-10426: In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile and Snapdrag...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE concerns older Android builds on specific Qualcomm Snapdragon mobile and automotive chips. A buffer overflow in SafeSwitch was fixed by the Android 2018-04-05 security patch level. Business risk depends on whether any affected devices remain in service without that patch. Exposure is likely limited to Android mobile or automotive systems using the listed Snapdragon platforms and running security patch levels before 2018-04-05. Unsupported embedded or vehicle systems may be harder to verify or update. Treat this as an exposure-verification item, not an emergency based on current evidence. Prioritize if affected Qualcomm-based Android or automotive devices remain operational, especially where patch status is unknown or vendor support has ended. Mitigation focus: Confirm affected assets and Android security patch levels.; Apply OEM or Android security updates at 2018-04-05 or later.; Check Qualcomm, Android, and device-vendor guidance for model-specific fixes..

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Jun 7, 2026, 13:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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