CVE-2021-37702: Pimcore/pimcore Improper Neutralization Of Formula Elements Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-pp2h-95hm-hv9r
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CWE-1236
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2021-37702 is a MODERATE improper neutralization of formula elements vulnerability (CWE-1236: Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File) affecting Pimcore/pimcore libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves improper neutralization of formula elements in a csv file in pimcore/pimcore. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 10.1.1.

CVE-2021-37702 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2021-37702
GHSA Identifier GHSA-pp2h-95hm-hv9r
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-1236: Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File
Affected Product Pimcore/pimcore
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2021-37702

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Pimcore/pimcore dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

pimcore/pimcore fixed: 10.1.1 
Upgrade pimcore/pimcore to 10.1.1
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for pimcore/pimcore

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2021-37702, inspect your project dependencies for Pimcore/pimcore:

inspect dependencies for pimcore/pimcore

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Pimcore/pimcore in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 10.1.1), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-1236: Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File, where the product saves user-provided information into a comma-separated value (csv) file, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could be interpreted as a command when the file is opened by a spreadsheet product. In Pimcore/pimcore, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

### Impact Data Object CSV import allows formular injection. ### Patches Problem is patched in 10.1.1 ### Workarounds Apply https://github.com/pimcore/pimcore/pull/9992.patch ### References https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/1236.html

CVE-2021-37702 Affected Pimcore/pimcore Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
10.1.1
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
pimcore/pimcore
 Packagist
< 10.1.1
10.1.1

References

GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/pimcore/pimcore/security/advisories/GHSA-pp2h-95hm-hv9r
NVD — CVE-2021-37702 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-37702
Pimcore/pimcore Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/pimcore/pimcore/pull/9992
Pimcore/pimcore Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/pimcore/pimcore

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-37702?
CVE-2021-37702 is a security vulnerability in Pimcore/pimcore involving Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File in pimcore/pimcore under CWE-1236: Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File.
Which Pimcore/pimcore versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 10.1.1 across affected packages: pimcore/pimcore.
What version fixes CVE-2021-37702?
Upgrading to 10.1.1 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is pimcore/pimcore affected?
Yes, pimcore/pimcore is affected in releases prior to 10.1.1. Upgrade your dependency to 10.1.1 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2021-37702?
CVE-2021-37702 is classified under CWE-1236: Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File (The product saves user-provided information into a Comma-Separated Value (CSV) file, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could be interpreted as a command when the file is opened by a spreadsheet product.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2021-37702?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for pimcore/pimcore'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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