CVE-2023-21051

Name: CVE-2023-21051
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-03-24T20:15:14.333+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21051 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. In dwc3_exynos_clk_get of dwc3-exynos.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the kernel with System execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In dwc3_exynos_clk_get of dwc3-exynos.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the kernel with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-259323322References: N/A

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.7/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.10%

0.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	All versions

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2023-03-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2023-03-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 24, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-21051?

How severe is CVE-2023-21051?

CVE-2023-21051 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21051?

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