CVE-2023-33244

Name: CVE-2023-33244
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-05-20T19:15:08.817+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.2/10EPSS 0.47%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-33244 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Obsidian before 1.2.2 allows calls to unintended APIs (for microphone access, camera access, and desktop notification) via an embedded web page.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Obsidian before 1.2.2 allows calls to unintended APIs (for microphone access, camera access, and desktop notification) via an embedded web page.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.47%

37.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Obsidian	Obsidian	< 1.2.2

References

https://forum.obsidian.md/t/obsidian-release-v1-2-2-insider-build/57488Release Notes
https://vuln.ryotak.net/advisories/66Third Party Advisory
https://forum.obsidian.md/t/obsidian-release-v1-2-2-insider-build/57488Release Notes
https://vuln.ryotak.net/advisories/66Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 20, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-33244?

Obsidian before 1.2.2 allows calls to unintended APIs (for microphone access, camera access, and desktop notification) via an embedded web page.

How severe is CVE-2023-33244?

CVE-2023-33244 has a CVSS score of 8.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-33244?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-33244?

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Source: NVD / NIST