CVE-2023-3493: Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File in fossbilling/fossbilling

Published Jun 30, 2023
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File in GitHub repository fossbilling/fossbilling prior to 0.5.3.

Affected Software

1 affected component
fossbilling fossbilling<0.5.3

Event History

Jun 30, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:14 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3493?

CVE-2023-3493 has a medium severity rating due to improper neutralization of formula elements in a CSV file.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-3493?

To fix CVE-2023-3493, update the Fossbilling software to version 0.5.3 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2023-3493?

CVE-2023-3493 affects all versions of Fossbilling prior to version 0.5.3.

4

What are the implications of CVE-2023-3493?

CVE-2023-3493 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary formulas by injecting them into a CSV file, potentially leading to data manipulation.

5

Is CVE-2023-3493 a widespread vulnerability?

CVE-2023-3493 is specific to the Fossbilling application and affects its prior versions, making its spread limited to users of that software.

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