CVE-2007-3030
First published: Tue Jul 10 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, and 2003 Viewer allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed Excel file involving the "denoting [of] the start of a Workspace designation", which results in memory corruption, aka the "Workbook Memory Corruption Vulnerability".
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://archive.cert.uni-stuttgart.de/bugtraq/2007/07/msg00254.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-191A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24803
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018352
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25995
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2478
- http://osvdb.org/35959
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35217
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1709
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-036
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3030?
CVE-2007-3030 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3030?
To mitigate CVE-2007-3030, ensure you apply any available security patches from Microsoft for affected versions of Excel.
Which versions of Excel are affected by CVE-2007-3030?
CVE-2007-3030 affects Microsoft Excel 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, and the 2003 Viewer.
Is CVE-2007-3030 exploitable through email attachments?
Yes, CVE-2007-3030 can be exploited through maliciously crafted Excel files received via email.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2007-3030?
Exploitation of CVE-2007-3030 can lead to memory corruption, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.
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