CVE-2023-21246

Name: CVE-2023-21246
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-07-13T00:15:23.727+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.16%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21246 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. In ShortcutInfo of ShortcutInfo.java, there is a possible way for an app to retain notification listening access due to an uncaught exception. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In ShortcutInfo of ShortcutInfo.java, there is a possible way for an app to retain notification listening access due to an uncaught exception. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.16%

5.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	11.0
Google	Android	12.0
Google	Android	12.1
Google	Android	13.0

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/fc1b9998ca8a9fceba47d67fd9ea9b45705b53e0Patch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-07-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/fc1b9998ca8a9fceba47d67fd9ea9b45705b53e0Patch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-07-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 13, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-21246?

How severe is CVE-2023-21246?

CVE-2023-21246 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21246?

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