CVE-2008-3005: Input Validation
First published: Tue Aug 12 2008(Updated: )
Array index vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel 2000 SP3 and 2002 SP3, and Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Excel file with a crafted array index for a FORMAT record, aka the "Excel Index Array Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =xp-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2000-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30639
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31454
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020671
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=121915960406986&w=2
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=741
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-225A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2347
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5837
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-043
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3005?
CVE-2008-3005 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3005?
To fix CVE-2008-3005, users should update to the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Office.
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2008-3005?
CVE-2008-3005 affects Microsoft Office 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, and Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac.
Can CVE-2008-3005 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-3005 can be exploited by remote attackers through a specially crafted Excel file.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-3005?
CVE-2008-3005 is categorized as an array index vulnerability.
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- vendor/microsoft
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- version/microsoft office/2000-sp3
- version/microsoft office/xp-sp3
- version/microsoft office/2004
- version/microsoft office/2008