CVE-2021-38873

Published Nov 23, 2021
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Updated

IBM Planning Analytics 2.0 is potentially vulnerable to CSV Injection. A remote attacker could execute arbitrary commands on the system, caused by improper validation of csv file contents. IBM X-Force ID: 208396.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IBM Planning Analytics=2.0

Event History

Nov 23, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Nov 24, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-38873.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38873?

The severity of CVE-2021-38873 is critical.

3

How does IBM Planning Analytics version 2.0 become vulnerable to CSV Injection?

IBM Planning Analytics version 2.0 becomes vulnerable to CSV Injection due to improper validation of csv file contents.

4

What is CSV Injection?

CSV Injection is a technique where an attacker can manipulate the content of a CSV file to execute arbitrary commands on the system.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-38873 in IBM Planning Analytics version 2.0?

Yes, IBM has provided a fix for this vulnerability. Please refer to the IBM support page for more information on how to apply the fix.

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