#VU57608 Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File in DIALink - CVE-2021-38424

Vulnerability identifier: #VU57608

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:A/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-38424

CWE-ID: CWE-1236

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
DIALink
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Delta Electronics, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromsie the target system.

THe vulnerability exists due to improper neutralization of formula elements in a CSV File. A remote administrator can inject formulas into the tag data.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

DIALink: 1.2.4.0

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External links
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-294-02

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.