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CVE-2021-23654 affects all versions of the html-to-csv Python package. The vulnerability was discovered and disclosed on November 26, 2021. This security issue involves improper validation of formula elements in HTML pages when converting them to CSV format (NVD, Snyk).
The vulnerability is classified as CWE-1236 (Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File). It has received a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL) from NVD and 5.6 (MEDIUM) from Snyk. The vulnerability exists in the converter functionality where formulas embedded in HTML pages are accepted without proper validation during the conversion process to CSV format (NVD, Snyk).
When exploited, this vulnerability allows malicious actors to embed or generate malicious links and execute commands through CSV files. The impact affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems using the vulnerable package, with potential for command execution and data manipulation (Snyk).
Currently, there is no fixed version available for the html-to-csv package. Users should consider implementing additional validation mechanisms or exploring alternative solutions for HTML to CSV conversion (Snyk).
Source: This report was generated using AI
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