CSV Output Vulnerability in Logstash by Elastic
CVE-2016-1000222

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Elastic
Status
Logstash
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 June 2017

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

https://www.elastic.co/community/security
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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

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