# CVE-2026-25264: Qualcomm component privilege escalation in package extraction

Source: https://junglewise.ai/threats/cve-2026-25264-privilege-escalation-due-to-weak-configuration-during-package  
Publisher: Junglewise Threat Intelligence, https://junglewise.ai/threats  
Published: 2026-09-22. Updated: 2026-09-26  
License: CC BY 4.0 with a link back

CVE-2026-25264 · Severity: high · CVSS 8.8 · Published 2026-09-22

A Qualcomm component used during software package extraction contains a weak configuration that allows privilege escalation. An attacker who can influence the package extraction process could gain elevated system privileges, potentially leading to complete device compromise or unauthorized access to sensitive functions.

Technologies: [Microsoft Windows](https://junglewise.ai/threats/technologies/windows). Vendors: [Microsoft](https://junglewise.ai/threats/vendors/microsoft), [Qualcomm](https://junglewise.ai/threats/vendors/qualcomm).

## Quick answers

**Is CVE-2026-25264 exploited in the wild?** No. Junglewise Threat Intelligence has no report of CVE-2026-25264 being exploited in the wild.

**How severe is CVE-2026-25264?** High severity, with a CVSS score of 8.8, published 22 September 2026.

**Which products and versions are affected?** Qualcomm Component (package extraction).

**Is there a fix for CVE-2026-25264?** 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-2026-25264 attacked?** It is attacked with local access.

**Am I affected by CVE-2026-25264?** Check whether you run Microsoft Windows or Qualcomm Component (package extraction). 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

The vulnerability exists in the package extraction process due to improper configuration handling. An attacker with local access or the ability to supply a malicious package can exploit insufficient permission checks during extraction to elevate privileges. A fix is available from Qualcomm via their June 2026 security bulletin.

## Affected products

- Qualcomm Component (package extraction)

## Timeline

- 2026-09-22: disclosed

## References

- [https://docs.qualcomm.com/product/publicresources/securitybulletin/june-2026-bulletin.html](https://docs.qualcomm.com/product/publicresources/securitybulletin/june-2026-bulletin.html)

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