CVE-2000-0277
First published: Mon Apr 03 2000(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 97 and 2000 does not warn the user when executing Excel Macro Language (XLM) macros in external text files, which could allow an attacker to execute a macro virus, aka the "XLM Text Macro" vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =97 | |
| =97 | ||
| =2000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0277?
CVE-2000-0277 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the risk of macro viruses being executed without user consent.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0277?
To fix CVE-2000-0277, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Excel 97 and 2000.
What does CVE-2000-0277 affect?
CVE-2000-0277 affects Microsoft Excel 97 and 2000, specifically regarding the execution of XLM macros from external text files.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0277 allow?
CVE-2000-0277 allows attackers to execute macro viruses via XLM macros in external files without user warnings.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-0277?
A potential workaround for CVE-2000-0277 is to disable macros in Excel settings to prevent execution of unknown macros.
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