CVE-2017-0636: An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the MediaTek command queue driver could enable a local malicious...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-0636 is an Android privilege escalation issue in a MediaTek command queue driver. A successful attacker could move from a local malicious app path to kernel-level code execution, but the source says it first requires compromising a privileged process. Exposure is most likely on Android devices using affected MediaTek driver components covered by the June 2017 Android security bulletin. The bundle lists Android versions as N/A, so product/version scoping requires vendor or OEM confirmation. Treat this as a high-priority mobile fleet hygiene issue, especially for older Android or MediaTek-based devices. The local and privileged-process prerequisites reduce broad remote urgency, but kernel-level impact justifies patch verification and retirement planning for unsupported devices. Mitigation focus: Review Android June 2017 bulletin and OEM advisories for CVE-2017-0636 applicability.; Apply vendor-provided Android security updates for affected MediaTek-based devices.; Prioritize managed devices that allow sideloading or run privileged third-party components..

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Jun 13, 2026, 04:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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