CVE-2022-45078 WordPress User Blocker Plugin <= 1.5.5 is vulnerable to CSV Injection

Medium 5.9 Published Updated

Attackers can inject malicious formulas into CSV exports, potentially leading to code execution when files are opened in spreadsheet software.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
An administrator
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2022-45078?

CVE-2022-45078 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Solwin Infotech User Blocker, published on 7 Nov 2023. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File vulnerability in Solwin Infotech User Blocker.This issue affects User Blocker: from n/a through 1.5.5.

Weakness: CWE-1236

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-45078?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Solwininfotech User Blocker.

How do I fix CVE-2022-45078?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-45078 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2022-45078 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-45078 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fgpw-h2j4-3v24.

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