CVE-2021-36232
CVE-2021-36232 is a high-severity vulnerability in Unit4 Mik.starlight with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-862.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (62nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-862
- Affected product: Unit4 Mik.starlight
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Improper Authorization in multiple functions in MIK.starlight 7.9.5.24363 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-36232?
- Improper Authorization in multiple functions in MIK.starlight 7.9.5.24363 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges.
- How severe is CVE-2021-36232?
- CVE-2021-36232 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-36232 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-36232?
- CVE-2021-36232 affects Unit4 Mik.starlight. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-36232?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2021-36232 published?
- CVE-2021-36232 was published on 2021-08-31 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:unit4:mik.starlight:7.9.5.24363:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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