CVE-2002-0616: Medium severity Microsoft Excel vulnerability

Published Aug 12, 2002
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Updated

The Macro Security Model in Microsoft Excel 2000 and 2002 for Windows allows remote attackers to execute code by attaching an inline macro to an object within an Excel workbook, aka the "Excel Inline Macros Vulnerability."

Affected Software

7 affected components
Microsoft Excel=2002-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2000
Microsoft Office=2000
Microsoft Excel=2002
Microsoft Excel=2000-sr1
Microsoft Office=xp
Microsoft Excel=2000-sp2

Event History

Aug 12, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0616?

The severity of CVE-2002-0616 is classified as high due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0616?

To fix CVE-2002-0616, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Excel.

3

Which versions of Excel are affected by CVE-2002-0616?

CVE-2002-0616 affects Microsoft Excel 2000 and Microsoft Excel 2002, including their various service packs.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-0616?

CVE-2002-0616 is a remote code execution vulnerability that allows attackers to execute code via inline macros in Excel workbooks.

5

Can CVE-2002-0616 be exploited through document sharing?

Yes, CVE-2002-0616 can be exploited when a user opens a malicious Excel workbook shared through email or other means.

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