CVE-2010-0257: Code Injection
First published: Wed Mar 10 2010(Updated: )
Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 does not properly parse the Excel file format, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted spreadsheet, aka "Microsoft Office Excel Record 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 Viewer | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server | =2007-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Viewer | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =2007-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server | =2007-sp1 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server | =2007-sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-0257?
CVE-2010-0257 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0257?
To fix CVE-2010-0257, ensure that you install the latest security patches released by Microsoft for affected products.
What versions are affected by CVE-2010-0257?
CVE-2010-0257 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Excel and Office, including Excel 2002, Excel 2003, and various Office 2007 products.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-0257?
CVE-2010-0257 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Can CVE-2010-0257 be exploited via email attachments?
Yes, CVE-2010-0257 can be exploited through maliciously crafted spreadsheet files sent as email attachments.
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