CVE-2026-73195: Apache Syncope: CSV export spreadsheet formula injection

Published Sep 14, 2026
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Updated

Improper Encoding or Escaping of Output vulnerability in Apache Syncope.

Authenticated users can store a spreadsheet formula payload in one of their own plain attributes. When such users are included in a CSV export and the generated CSV file is opened by a spreadsheet application, the formula may be executed.

This issue affects Apache Syncope: from 3.0.0-M0 through 3.0.16, from 4.0.0-M0 Through 4.0.7, from 4.1.0-M0 through 4.1.2.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.0.8 / 4.1.3, which fix this issue.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Syncope>=3.0.0-M0<3.0.16, >=4.0.0-M0<4.0.7, >=4.1.0-M0<4.1.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apache Syncope to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.0.8 / 4.1.3

Event History

Sep 14, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:23 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Who can exploit this issue, and what interaction is required?

An authenticated user must be able to store a spreadsheet-formula payload in one of their own plain attributes. The payload is triggered only when that user is included in a CSV export and someone opens the exported file in a spreadsheet application.

2

Which Apache Syncope versions are affected?

Affected releases are 3.0.0-M0 through 3.0.16, 4.0.0-M0 through 4.0.7, and 4.1.0-M0 through 4.1.2.

3

What versions fix the issue?

Upgrade to Apache Syncope 4.0.8 or 4.1.3, which fix this issue.

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