Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2025-27038 is a Qualcomm graphics driver memory-safety flaw that can be triggered while Chrome renders graphics on devices using listed Snapdragon-related components. It matters because CISA lists it in KEV, meaning exploitation has been observed. Business urgency is high for fleets with affected mobile, wearable, audio, or connectivity hardware.
Executive priority
Treat as high priority because exploitation is confirmed by CISA KEV and impact could include device compromise through graphics rendering. Focus first on managed mobile and embedded fleets using affected Qualcomm platforms, then close gaps caused by OEM update delays.
Technical view
The issue is CWE-416 use-after-free memory corruption in Adreno GPU drivers during Chrome graphics rendering. CVSS is 7.5 high: network reachable, no privileges required, user interaction required, high complexity, unchanged scope, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely on devices incorporating Qualcomm-listed Snapdragon, FastConnect, QCM/QCS, WCN, WCD, WSA, SW, and related platforms with vulnerable Adreno GPU driver firmware or software. Exact exposure depends on OEM integration and update status; the bundle does not provide fixed driver versions.
Exploitation context
Active exploitation is supported by CISA KEV listing for CVE-2025-27038. The provided data does not describe exploit scale, targeting, affected Chrome versions, or technical exploitation details. The CVSS vector indicates an attacker needs user interaction and faces high attack complexity.
Researcher notes
Evidence supports a Qualcomm Adreno GPU driver use-after-free exposed through Chrome graphics rendering. Public bundle lacks fixed versions, exploit details, and OEM mapping. Validation should center on chipset identification, OEM advisory correlation, and patch-status confirmation rather than assumed Chrome-only remediation.
Mitigation direction
- Check Qualcomm June 2025 bulletin and OEM advisories for applicable updates.
- Prioritize patching assets matching the listed Qualcomm components.
- Track CISA KEV remediation requirements for managed environments.
- Limit high-risk browsing on unpatched affected devices where feasible.
- Escalate unsupported devices to risk acceptance, replacement, or compensating controls.
Validation and detection
- Inventory devices and chipsets against Qualcomm’s affected product list.
- Confirm OEM firmware or security update references CVE-2025-27038.
- Verify deployed patch level through device management records.
- Review CISA KEV entry for operational tracking requirements.
- Document exceptions where OEM guidance or fixes are unavailable.
Public sources used
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 7.5 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- Yes
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5
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CISA KEV status
CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.65.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.5HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://docs.qualcomm.com/product/publicresources/securitybulletin/june-2025-bulletin.htmlCVE reference
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-27038CVE reference · government-resource
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CWE details
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Use After Free
Use After Free represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.