CVE-2000-0788: Critical severity Microsoft Access vulnerability

Published Oct 20, 2000
·
Updated

The Mail Merge tool in Microsoft Word does not prompt the user before executing Visual Basic (VBA) scripts in an Access database, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft Access=2000
Microsoft Word=2000

Event History

Oct 20, 2000
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0788?

CVE-2000-0788 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to execute arbitrary commands via VBA scripts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2000-0788?

To fix CVE-2000-0788, users should disable macros or change security settings in Microsoft Word and Access to prevent unauthorized execution.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2000-0788?

CVE-2000-0788 affects users of Microsoft Word 2000 and Microsoft Access 2000.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0788?

CVE-2000-0788 is a vulnerability related to the execution of arbitrary commands through the Mail Merge tool.

5

Can CVE-2000-0788 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2000-0788 can be exploited remotely if an attacker can convince a user to open a malicious document containing VBA scripts.

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