CVE-2021-39888

CVE-2021-39888 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Gitlab with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

In all versions of GitLab EE starting from 13.10 before 14.1.7, all versions starting from 14.2 before 14.2.5, and all versions starting from 14.3 before 14.3.1 a specific API endpoint may reveal details about a private group and other sensitive info inside issue and merge request templates.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-39888?
In all versions of GitLab EE starting from 13.10 before 14.1.7, all versions starting from 14.2 before 14.2.5, and all versions starting from 14.3 before 14.3.1 a specific API endpoint may reveal details about a private group and other sensitive info inside issue and merge request templates.
How severe is CVE-2021-39888?
CVE-2021-39888 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-39888 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-39888?
CVE-2021-39888 primarily affects Gitlab. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-39888?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-39888 published?
CVE-2021-39888 was published on 2021-10-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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