CVE-2009-3131: Code Injection
First published: Wed Nov 11 2009(Updated: )
Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, and 2007 SP1 and SP2; Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac; Open XML File Format Converter for Mac; Office Excel Viewer 2003 SP3; Office Excel Viewer SP1 and SP2; and Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2007 File Formats SP1 and SP2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a spreadsheet with a crafted formula embedded in a cell, aka "Excel Formula Parsing Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Open XML File Format Converter | ||
| Microsoft Office | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =2007-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3131?
CVE-2009-3131 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3131?
To fix CVE-2009-3131, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2009-3131?
CVE-2009-3131 affects Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, 2007 SP1 and SP2, as well as various versions of Office for Mac and Excel Viewer.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2009-3131?
CVE-2009-3131 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted Excel files.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2009-3131?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2009-3131, and the best protection is to ensure all affected software is updated.
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