CVE-2007-0031: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 9, 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.

Affected Software

11 affected components

Microsoft Excel=2000

Microsoft Office=2000-sp3

Microsoft Excel=2002

Microsoft Office=xp-sp3

Microsoft Excel=2003

Microsoft Office=2003-sp2

Microsoft Excel Viewer=2003

Microsoft Works=2004

Microsoft Works=2005

Microsoft Office=2004

Microsoft Office=v.x

Remediation

Patch Available

http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=461

Event History

Jan 9, 2007

CVE Published

11:28 PM

Jan 10, 2007

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:00 AM

Description

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.