CSV Output Vulnerability in Logstash by Elastic
CVE-2016-1000222
7.5HIGH
Summary
A flaw exists in the CSV output functionality of Logstash that allows an attacker to craft malicious input, leading to the injection of harmful formulas in the generated CSV data. This vulnerability can be exploited by users who upload CSV files or data through the system, potentially resulting in the execution of unintended commands when the CSV file is opened in spreadsheet applications. It is crucial for users to update to version 2.1.2 or later to mitigate this issue.
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved