CVE-2020-22278 Other in n/a
An attacker can inject malicious formulas into CSV exports, potentially leading to code execution when the file is opened in spreadsheet software.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2020-22278?
CVE-2020-22278 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phpmyadmin Phpmyadmin, published on 4 Nov 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
phpMyAdmin through 5.0.2 allows CSV injection via Export Section. NOTE: the vendor disputes this because "the CSV file is accurately generated based on the database contents.
Weakness: CWE-1236
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-22278?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including phpmyadmin. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
phpmyadmin Bitnami | All versions | 5.0.3 |
Products include Phpmyadmin Phpmyadmin.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22278?
Upgrade phpmyadmin to 5.0.3 or later.
Is CVE-2020-22278 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-22278 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Phpmyadmin Phpmyadmin
Sources
Also known as BIT-phpmyadmin-2020-22278, GHSA-j6cp-32xj-xr29.