CVE-2000-0637
First published: Wed Jul 26 2000(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 97 and 2000 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands by specifying a malicious .dll using the Register.ID function, aka the "Excel REGISTER.ID Function" vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =97 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=396B3F8F.9244D290@nat.bg
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1451
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5016
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-051
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=396B3F8F.9244D290%40nat.bg
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0637?
CVE-2000-0637 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.
What versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2000-0637?
CVE-2000-0637 affects Microsoft Excel 97 and Microsoft Excel 2000.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0637?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0637, it is recommended to upgrade to a more recent version of Microsoft Excel that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0637 facilitate?
CVE-2000-0637 facilitates remote code execution by allowing an attacker to load a malicious .dll file.
Is CVE-2000-0637 specific to a particular operating system?
CVE-2000-0637 is not specific to an operating system as it affects specific versions of Microsoft Excel on Windows.
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