CVE-2018-20752
UnknownEPSS 3.43%
Last modified
CVE-2018-20752 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Recon-ng before 4.9.5. Lack of validation in the modules/reporting/csv.py file allows CSV injection. EPSS estimates a 3.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Recon-ng before 4.9.5. Lack of validation in the modules/reporting/csv.py file allows CSV injection. More specifically, when a Twitter user possesses an Excel macro for a username, it will not be properly sanitized when exported to a CSV file. This can result in remote code execution for the attacker.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Recon-Ng Project | Recon-Ng | < 4.9.5 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-20752?
An issue was discovered in Recon-ng before 4.9.5. Lack of validation in the modules/reporting/csv.py file allows CSV injection. More specifically, when a Twitter user possesses an Excel macro for a username, it will not be properly sanitized when exported to a CSV file. This can result in remote code execution for the attacker.
How severe is CVE-2018-20752?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20752 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20752?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-20752?
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