CVE-2018-9438

Name: CVE-2018-9438
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-11-06T17:29:00.91+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.19%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9438 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. When a device connects only over WiFi VPN, the device may not receive security updates due to some incorrect checks. This could lead to a local denial of service of security updates with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

When a device connects only over WiFi VPN, the device may not receive security updates due to some incorrect checks. This could lead to a local denial of service of security updates with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-8.1 Android ID: A-78644887.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.19%

9.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	8.1

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041432Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-08-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041432Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-08-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 6, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9438?

How severe is CVE-2018-9438?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9438 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9438?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST