CVE-2017-0790: A elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Broadcom wi-fi driver.

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-0790 is an Android vulnerability in the Broadcom Wi-Fi driver that could allow privilege escalation. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, severity, affected device models, or exploitation evidence, so business urgency depends on whether managed Android devices use the affected kernel driver and have the relevant Android security update. Likely exposure is Android devices using an affected Android kernel with the Broadcom Wi-Fi driver. The bundle does not identify specific OEM models, Android releases, chipsets, or firmware builds, so exposure must be confirmed through fleet inventory and Android security patch levels. Assign a vulnerability-management follow-up, not an emergency response, unless exposed devices are confirmed unpatched and high-risk. The issue affects Android kernel privilege boundaries, but the supplied evidence lacks severity scoring and active exploitation confirmation. Mitigation focus: Check Google’s September 2017 Android Security Bulletin for vendor guidance.; Apply relevant Android security updates from Google, OEM, or carrier channels.; Prioritize corporate-managed Android devices with Broadcom Wi-Fi components..

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Jun 12, 2026, 21:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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