CVE-2002-1716: Medium severity Microsoft Office vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
The Host() function in the Microsoft spreadsheet component on Microsoft Office XP allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files using the SaveAs capability.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Office=xp
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jun 21, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1716?
CVE-2002-1716 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for remote file creation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-1716?
To fix CVE-2002-1716, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for Office XP.
3
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2002-1716?
CVE-2002-1716 specifically affects Microsoft Office XP.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-1716?
CVE-2002-1716 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2002-1716 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-1716 can be exploited remotely by attackers to create arbitrary files on the victim's system.