CVE-2018-9501

Name: CVE-2018-9501
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-02T19:29:07.603+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.22%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9501 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In the SetupWizard, there is a possible Factory Reset Protection bypass due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In the SetupWizard, there is a possible Factory Reset Protection bypass due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android-9.0 Android ID: A-110034419

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.22%

12.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	7.0
Google	Android	7.1.1
Google	Android	7.1.2
Google	Android	8.0
Google	Android	8.1
Google	Android	9.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105482Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/5e43341b8c7eddce88f79c9a5068362927c05b54Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01%2C
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105482Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/5e43341b8c7eddce88f79c9a5068362927c05b54Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01%2C

Timeline

Published: Oct 2, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9501?

How severe is CVE-2018-9501?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9501 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9501?

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