CVE-2023-2258 Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File in alfio-event/alf.io

High 8.8 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
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2023-2258?

CVE-2023-2258 is a high-severity vulnerability in alfio-event/alf.io, published on 24 Apr 2023. 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

Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File in GitHub repository alfio-event/alf.io prior to 2.0-M4-2304.

Weakness: CWE-1236

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-2258?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Alf Alf.

How do I fix CVE-2023-2258?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-2258 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2023-2258 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-2258 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7rc3-9hxj-g7h2.

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