CVE-2021-0963

Name: CVE-2021-0963
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-12-15T19:15:11.873+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.20%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0963 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In onCreate of KeyChainActivity.java, there is a possible way to use an app certificate stored in keychain due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In onCreate of KeyChainActivity.java, there is a possible way to use an app certificate stored in keychain due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-9Android ID: A-199754277

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.20%

9.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-1021

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	9.0
Google	Android	10.0
Google	Android	11.0
Google	Android	12.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-12-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-12-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 15, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0963?

How severe is CVE-2021-0963?

CVE-2021-0963 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0963?

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