CVE-2015-9040

Name: CVE-2015-9040
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-18T18:29:01.5+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.80%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-9040 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, a vulnerability exists in a GERAN API.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, a vulnerability exists in a GERAN API.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.80%

52.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99467Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-07-01Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99467Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-07-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 18, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-9040?

In all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, a vulnerability exists in a GERAN API.

How severe is CVE-2015-9040?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-9040 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-9040?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2015-9040?

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Source: NVD / NIST