What is the severity of CVE-2002-0861?

CVE-2002-0861 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow script-based paste operations despite restrictions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0861?

To fix CVE-2002-0861, ensure that you apply the latest updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Office Web Components.

What software is affected by CVE-2002-0861?

CVE-2002-0861 affects Microsoft Office Web Components versions 2000 and 2002, as well as Microsoft Project Professional 2000 and 2002.

Can CVE-2002-0861 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2002-0861 can be exploited remotely by attackers to perform unauthorized paste operations via script.

Why is CVE-2002-0861 a concern for web applications?

CVE-2002-0861 is a concern for web applications because it allows attackers to bypass security settings, potentially leading to data compromise.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2002-0861

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

23/8/2002

8/8/2024

CVE-2002-0861

First published: Fri Aug 23 2002(Updated: )

Microsoft Office Web Components (OWC) 2000 and 2002 allows remote attackers to bypass the "Allow paste operations via script" setting, even when it is disabled, via the (1) Copy method of the Cell object or (2) the Paste method of the Range object.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Project 2013	=2000
Microsoft Project 2013	=2002
Microsoft Office Web Components	=2002
Microsoft Office Web Components	=2000

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0861?
CVE-2002-0861 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow script-based paste operations despite restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0861?
To fix CVE-2002-0861, ensure that you apply the latest updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Office Web Components.
What software is affected by CVE-2002-0861?
CVE-2002-0861 affects Microsoft Office Web Components versions 2000 and 2002, as well as Microsoft Project Professional 2000 and 2002.
Can CVE-2002-0861 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0861 can be exploited remotely by attackers to perform unauthorized paste operations via script.
Why is CVE-2002-0861 a concern for web applications?
CVE-2002-0861 is a concern for web applications because it allows attackers to bypass security settings, potentially leading to data compromise.

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