CVE-2005-3330

CVE-2005-3330 is a high-severity vulnerability in Snoopy with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 17% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

The _httpsrequest function in Snoopy 1.2, as used in products such as (1) MagpieRSS, (2) WordPress, (3) Ampache, and (4) Jinzora, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an HTTPS URL to an SSL protected web page, which is not properly handled by the fetch function.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3330?
The _httpsrequest function in Snoopy 1.2, as used in products such as (1) MagpieRSS, (2) WordPress, (3) Ampache, and (4) Jinzora, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an HTTPS URL to an SSL protected web page, which is not properly handled by the fetch function.
How severe is CVE-2005-3330?
CVE-2005-3330 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3330 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 17% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3330?
CVE-2005-3330 affects Snoopy. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3330?
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-2005-3330 published?
CVE-2005-3330 was published on 2005-10-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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