CVE-2009-3130: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 11, 2009
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3, Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac, and Open XML File Format Converter for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a spreadsheet containing a malformed Binary File Format (aka BIFF) record that triggers memory corruption, aka "Excel Document Parsing Heap Overflow Vulnerability."

Affected Software

12 affected components
Microsoft Open XML File Format Converter
Microsoft Office=2008
Microsoft Office=2004
Microsoft Excel=2007-sp2
Microsoft Excel Viewer=sp2
Microsoft Excel=2007-sp1
Microsoft Compatibility Pack Word Excel Powerpoint=2007-sp2
Microsoft Excel Viewer=2003-sp3
Microsoft Excel=2002-sp3
Microsoft Compatibility Pack Word Excel Powerpoint=2007-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2003-sp3
Microsoft Excel Viewer=sp1

Event History

Nov 11, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-3130?

CVE-2009-3130 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-3130?

To fix CVE-2009-3130, ensure that you apply the latest security updates released by Microsoft for the affected software.

3

Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2009-3130?

CVE-2009-3130 affects Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, 2007 SP1, 2007 SP2, and versions for Mac, including 2004 and 2008.

4

Can CVE-2009-3130 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-3130 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a specially crafted spreadsheet containing a malformed BIFF record.

5

What types of software are impacted by CVE-2009-3130?

CVE-2009-3130 impacts Microsoft Excel, the Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack, and the Open XML File Format Converter for Mac.

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