CVE-2006-3867
First published: Tue Oct 10 2006(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Excel 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004 for Mac, v.X for Mac, and Excel Viewer 2003 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Lotus 1-2-3 file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-2387 and CVE-2006-3875.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =x | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003 |
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Reference Links
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017031
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/821772
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/449179/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20345
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3978
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-059
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A481
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3867?
CVE-2006-3867 is considered to have a critical severity as it allows arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3867?
To mitigate CVE-2006-3867, users should update to the latest version of Microsoft Excel that addresses this vulnerability.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3867?
CVE-2006-3867 affects Microsoft Excel 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004 for Mac, v.X for Mac, and Excel Viewer 2003.
How does CVE-2006-3867 exploit the vulnerability?
CVE-2006-3867 is exploited through user-assisted attacks involving specially crafted Lotus 1-2-3 files.
Can CVE-2006-3867 affect Mac users?
Yes, CVE-2006-3867 can affect Mac users of various versions of Microsoft Excel and the Excel Viewer.
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