CVE-2023-21392

Name: CVE-2023-21392
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-10-30T18:15:09.723+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.17%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-21392 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Bluetooth, there is a possible way to corrupt memory due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege when connecting to a Bluetooth device with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Bluetooth, there is a possible way to corrupt memory due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege when connecting to a Bluetooth device with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.17%

6.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-416

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	< 14.0

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/android-14Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/android-14Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 30, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-21392?

How severe is CVE-2023-21392?

CVE-2023-21392 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21392?

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