Is CVE-2022-36938 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-36938 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-36938 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-36938 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-36938?

CVE-2022-36938 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-36938

CWE-125Published: November 11, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

DexLoader function get_stringidx_fromdex() in Redex prior to commit 3b44c64 can load an out of bound address when loading the string index table, potentially allowing remote code execution during processing of a 3rd party Android APK file.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-36938 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.