# CVE-2025-27038: Qualcomm Adreno GPU driver use-after-free vulnerability

Source: https://junglewise.ai/threats/cve-2025-27038-qualcomm-adreno-gpu-driver-use-after-free-vulnerability  
Publisher: Junglewise Threat Intelligence, https://junglewise.ai/threats  
Published: 2025-06-03. Updated: 2026-05-15  
License: CC BY 4.0 with a link back

CVE-2025-27038 · Severity: critical · CVSS 7.5 · Exploited in the wild · Published 2025-06-03

A security vulnerability exists in the graphics drivers for several Qualcomm chipsets used in mobile devices and wearables. This flaw can be triggered while rendering graphics in the Chrome web browser, potentially allowing an attacker to compromise the device. This vulnerability is known to have been exploited in the wild, making it a high priority for patching to protect user data and device integrity.

Technologies: [Qualcomm Multiple Chipsets](https://junglewise.ai/threats/technologies/multiple-chipsets). Vendors: [Qualcomm](https://junglewise.ai/threats/vendors/qualcomm).

## Quick answers

**Is CVE-2025-27038 exploited in the wild?** Yes. CVE-2025-27038 is known to be exploited in the wild, first recorded on 3 June 2025. Treat it as urgent.

**How severe is CVE-2025-27038?** Critical severity, with a CVSS score of 7.5, published 3 June 2025.

**Which products and versions are affected?** Qualcomm Adreno GPU Driver Multiple chipsets including Snapdragon 4/6 Gen 1/2, FastConnect 7800, and others.

**Is there a fix for CVE-2025-27038?** No fixed version is recorded yet. Check the vendor's advisory in the references below. If you run it, Junglewise drafts a mitigation that fits your setup and applies it once you approve, with senior security engineers behind it.

**How is CVE-2025-27038 attacked?** It is attacked over the network, in device firmware.

**Am I affected by CVE-2025-27038?** Check whether you run Qualcomm Adreno GPU Driver or Qualcomm Multiple Chipsets at an affected version. Junglewise does that check for you around the clock: connect your code, cloud and domains, and it matches new vulnerabilities like this one against what you actually run and tells you when one reaches you.

## Technical details

A use-after-free (UAF) vulnerability (CWE-416) exists in Qualcomm Adreno GPU drivers. The flaw is triggered during graphics rendering within the Chrome browser, leading to memory corruption. While the attack requires a high complexity (AC:H) and user interaction (UI:R), such as visiting a malicious website, it can result in full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This vulnerability has been added to CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation. Patches are available via Qualcomm's June 2025 security bulletin.

## Affected products

- Qualcomm Adreno GPU Driver Multiple chipsets including Snapdragon 4/6 Gen 1/2, FastConnect 7800, and others

## Timeline

- 2025-06-03: disclosed
- 2025-06-03: advisory
- 2025-06-03: kev added: Added to CISA KEV catalog
- 2025-06-03: exploited

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