CVE-2003-0821
First published: Tue Nov 18 2003(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 97, 2000, and 2002 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a spreadsheet with a malicious XLM (Excel 4) macro that bypasses the macro security model.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Word | =97-sr2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2002-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000-sr1a | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =97-sr1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =98 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =2001 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =97 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =97 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =97 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =98-sr1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =98-sr2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000-sr1 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2002-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =97 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =98 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =98 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =98 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =2003 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9010
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2003/ms03-050
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13681
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A636
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A675
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A695
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0821?
CVE-2003-0821 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0821?
To fix CVE-2003-0821, apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Word.
Which versions of Microsoft Word are affected by CVE-2003-0821?
CVE-2003-0821 affects Microsoft Word versions 97, 2000, and 2002.
Can CVE-2003-0821 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0821 can be exploited remotely through a malicious spreadsheet with an XLM macro.
What impacts could CVE-2003-0821 have on my system?
The impact of CVE-2003-0821 could include unauthorized execution of arbitrary code, potentially leading to data loss or system compromise.
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