CVE-2026-25254 Improper authorization in Qualcomm Software Center

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can achieve remote code execution via the SocketIO interface due to improper authorization in Qualcomm Software Center.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2026-25254?

CVE-2026-25254 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in Qualcomm, Inc. Snapdragon, published on 22 Sep 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Improper authorization leads to Remote Code Execution via SocketIO interface.

Weakness: CWE-285

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-25254?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Qualcomm Software Center.

How do I fix CVE-2026-25254?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-25254 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2026-25254 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-25254 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-wm2r-ggxj-84m5.

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