CVE-2021-32084 Missing authorization in n/a
Attackers with valid credentials can bypass IP restrictions on the web console to access API endpoints, potentially compromising the entire KACE environment.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2021-32084?
CVE-2021-32084 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Jul 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
An issue was discovered in Quest KACE Systems Deployment Appliance (SMA) 11.0.273. If a customer restricts access to the web console by IP address or subnets, the API endpoints are not restricted. If credentials/API keys are known to an attacker, the appliance can still be accessed via the API, leading to a potential compromise of the entire environment that is configured for KACE.
Weakness: CWE-284
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-32084?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Quest Kace Systems Management Appliance.
How do I fix CVE-2021-32084?
No fix has been published for CVE-2021-32084 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2021-32084 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-32084 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-xvvc-9r93-427f.