First published: Tue Oct 30 2001(Updated: )
Vulnerability in (1) Microsoft Excel 2002 and earlier and (2) Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 and earlier allows attackers to bypass macro restrictions and execute arbitrary commands by modifying the data stream in the document.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Microsoft Excel for Mac | <=2002 | |
Microsoft PowerPoint | <=2002 |
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CVE-2001-0718 is considered critical as it allows attackers to bypass macro restrictions and execute arbitrary commands.
To mitigate CVE-2001-0718, upgrade to a version of Microsoft Excel or PowerPoint that is later than 2002.
CVE-2001-0718 affects Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint 2002 and earlier versions.
Yes, CVE-2001-0718 can potentially be exploited remotely through manipulated document files.
CVE-2001-0718 can lead to arbitrary command execution, allowing an attacker to execute malicious operations on the victim's system.