CVE-2021-0687

Name: CVE-2021-0687
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-10-06T15:15:14.907+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5/10EPSS 0.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0687 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5/10 on the CVSS scale. In ellipsize of Layout.java, there is a possible ANR due to improper input validation. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In ellipsize of Layout.java, there is a possible ANR due to improper input validation. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-9 Android-10 Android-11 Android-8.1Android ID: A-188913943

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.11%

1.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-834

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	8.1
Google	Android	9.0
Google	Android	10.0
Google	Android	11.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-09-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-09-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 6, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0687?

How severe is CVE-2021-0687?

CVE-2021-0687 has a CVSS score of 5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0687?

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