CVE-2009-3037: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 1, 2009
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in xlssr.dll in the Autonomy KeyView XLS viewer (aka File Viewer for Excel), as used in IBM Lotus Notes 5.x through 8.5.x, Symantec Mail Security, Symantec BrightMail Appliance, Symantec Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .xls spreadsheet attachment.

Affected Software

70 affected components
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.1
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.2
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.3
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.4
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.5
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.6
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.9a
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.10
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.11
IBM Lotus Notes=5.0.12
IBM Lotus Notes=5.02
IBM Lotus Notes=6.0
IBM Lotus Notes=6.0.1
IBM Lotus Notes=6.0.2
IBM Lotus Notes=6.0.3
IBM Lotus Notes=6.0.4
IBM Lotus Notes=6.0.5
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.1
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.2
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.3
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.4
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.5
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.5
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.5
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.6
IBM Lotus Notes=6.5.6
IBM Lotus Notes=7.0
IBM Lotus Notes=7.0.0
IBM Lotus Notes=7.0.1
IBM Lotus Notes=7.0.2
IBM Lotus Notes=7.0.2
IBM Lotus Notes=7.0.3
IBM Lotus Notes=8.0
IBM Lotus Notes=8.0.0
IBM Lotus Notes=8.0.1
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5
Symantec BrightMail Appliance=5.0
Symantec BrightMail Appliance=8.0.0
Symantec BrightMail Appliance=8.0.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention Detection Servers=7.2
Symantec Data Loss Prevention Detection Servers=8.1.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention Detection Servers=8.1.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention Detection Servers=9.0.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention Detection Servers=9.0.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention Endpoint Agents=8.1.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention Endpoint Agents=9.0.1
Symantec Mail Security=5.0
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.0
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.1
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.1.181
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.1.182
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.1.189
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.1.200
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.10
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.11
Symantec Mail Security=5.0.12
Symantec Mail Security=6.0.6
Symantec Mail Security=6.0.7
Symantec Mail Security=6.0.8
Symantec Mail Security=7.5.3.25
Symantec Mail Security=7.5.4.29
Symantec Mail Security=7.5.5.32
Symantec Mail Security=7.5.6
Symantec Mail Security=8.0
Symantec Mail Security Appliance=5.0
Symantec Mail Security Appliance=5.0.0.24
Symantec Mail Security Appliance=5.0.0.36
Autonomy KeyView

Event History

Sep 1, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
04:30 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-3037?

CVE-2009-3037 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-3037?

To mitigate CVE-2009-3037, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of the affected software or apply available patches.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2009-3037?

CVE-2009-3037 affects various versions of IBM Lotus Notes, Symantec Mail Security, Symantec BrightMail Appliance, and Symantec Data Loss Prevention products.

4

What is the cause of CVE-2009-3037?

CVE-2009-3037 occurs due to a buffer overflow in the xlssr.dll component of the Autonomy KeyView XLS viewer.

5

Can CVE-2009-3037 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-3037 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.

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