CVE-2022-42882 MEDIUM

CVE-2022-42882: WordPress Simple CSV/XLS Exporter Plugin <= 1.5.8 is vulnerable to CSV Injection

Vendor Shambix
Product Simple CSV/XLS Exporter
Weakness CWE-1236
Published November 7, 2023
Last update April 28, 2026
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CVSS base score

5.8/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity High
Privileges required Low
User interaction Required
Confidentiality None
Integrity High

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:N

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File vulnerability in Shambix Simple CSV/XLS Exporter.This issue affects Simple CSV/XLS Exporter: from n/a through 1.5.8.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

Simple CSV/XLS Exporter versions up to 1.5.8 contain an integrity vulnerability that allows a low-privileged user to modify data through a crafted request. The attack requires user interaction and affects the integrity of exported files. The scope is changed, meaning the impact may extend beyond the vulnerable component itself.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Modify exported CSV/XLS file contents or structure through a crafted request.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Exported data files may be corrupted or contain unauthorized modifications by low-privilege users.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Low-privilege user account and victim must interact with a malicious link or request.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

November 7, 2023 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated