MEDIUM
CVE-2021-28941
CWE-918Published: April 2, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Because of no validation on a curl command in MagpieRSS 0.72 in the /extlib/Snoopy.class.inc file, when you send a request to the /scripts/magpie_debug.php or /scripts/magpie_simple.php page, it's possible to request any internal page if you use a https request.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-28941 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
magpierss_project1 product(s)
magpierss
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
ADVISORYhttps://pastebin.com/kpzHKKJu
ADVISORYhttps://pastebin.com/kpzHKKJu
All References (4)
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https://pastebin.com/kpzHKKJuExploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://pastebin.com/kpzHKKJuExploit · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2021-28941
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-918
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedApr 2, 2021
Related CVEs (CWE-918)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-28941 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.