CVE-2021-0385

Name: CVE-2021-0385
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-03-10T17:15:13.567+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0385 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In createConnectToAvailableNetworkNotification of ConnectToNetworkNotificationBuilder.java, there is a possible connection to untrusted WiFi networks due to notification interaction above the lockscreen. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In createConnectToAvailableNetworkNotification of ConnectToNetworkNotificationBuilder.java, there is a possible connection to untrusted WiFi networks due to notification interaction above the lockscreen. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11Android ID: A-172584372

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.11%

1.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-862

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	11.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-03-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-03-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 10, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0385?

How severe is CVE-2021-0385?

CVE-2021-0385 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0385?

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