CVE-2006-2388: Code Injection
First published: Thu Jul 13 2006(Updated: )
Microsoft Office Excel 2000 through 2004 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed cell comments, which lead to modification of "critical data offsets" during the rebuilding process.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =x | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000-sr1 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000-sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-06-022.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18938
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016472
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2755
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27604
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A234
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-037
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/439786/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2388?
CVE-2006-2388 is considered critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2388?
To mitigate CVE-2006-2388, users should upgrade to a patched version of Microsoft Excel.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-2388?
CVE-2006-2388 affects multiple versions including Excel 2000 through 2004 for Mac and Excel Viewer 2003.
Who can exploit CVE-2006-2388?
User-assisted attackers can exploit CVE-2006-2388 by convincing victims to open a specially crafted Excel file.
What are the consequences of CVE-2006-2388?
Exploitation of CVE-2006-2388 can lead to unauthorized code execution and potential compromise of sensitive data.
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