CVE-2007-0031: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jan 09 2007(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, 2004 for Mac, and v.X for Mac allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a BIFF8 spreadsheet with a PALETTE record that contains a large number of entries.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2000-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Office | =xp-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2003-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =2005 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office | =v.x |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=461
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/625532
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21922
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017487
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-009A.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/31258
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0103
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A753
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-002
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/457274/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0031?
CVE-2007-0031 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0031?
To fix CVE-2007-0031, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Excel and Office.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2007-0031?
CVE-2007-0031 affects Microsoft Excel 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, Microsoft Office 2000 SP3, 2003 SP2, and various versions for Mac.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2007-0031?
CVE-2007-0031 can be exploited by user-assisted remote attackers through malicious BIFF8 spreadsheets.
Is CVE-2007-0031 still a concern for users today?
While CVE-2007-0031 may primarily affect older software versions, any systems that have not been updated remain at risk.
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