CVE-2007-1203
First published: Tue May 08 2007(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Excel 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, 2003 Viewer, 2004 for Mac, and 2007 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted set font value in an Excel file, which results in memory corruption.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2000-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =2003 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23779
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018012
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25150
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-128A.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/34394
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1708
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/33914
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2014
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-023
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/468871/100/200/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1203?
CVE-2007-1203 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1203?
To fix CVE-2007-1203, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Excel.
Which versions of Excel are affected by CVE-2007-1203?
CVE-2007-1203 affects Microsoft Excel versions 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, 2003 Viewer, 2004 for Mac, and 2007.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-1203?
CVE-2007-1203 is a user-assisted remote code execution vulnerability caused by memory corruption.
What should I do if I suspect exploitation of CVE-2007-1203?
If you suspect exploitation of CVE-2007-1203, it is recommended to immediately update your software and monitor for signs of unauthorized access.
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