CVE-2021-36232

Name: CVE-2021-36232
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-08-31T18:15:08.003+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-36232 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper Authorization in multiple functions in MIK.starlight 7.9.5.24363 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges.. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper Authorization in multiple functions in MIK.starlight 7.9.5.24363 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.10%

61.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-862

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Unit4	Mik.Starlight	7.9.5.24363

References

https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2021-036.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2021-036.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 31, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

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 score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-36232?

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-2021-36232?

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Source: NVD / NIST