CVE-2010-1248: Code Injection
First published: Tue Jun 08 2010(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Excel file with a malformed HFPicture (0x866) record, aka "Excel HFPicture Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 | |
| =2002-sp3 | ||
| =2004 |
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Reference Links
- http://osvdb.org/65235
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-159B.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/40526
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A7223
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/511765/100/0/threaded
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-038
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1248?
CVE-2010-1248 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1248?
To mitigate CVE-2010-1248, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for both Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac.
What software is affected by CVE-2010-1248?
CVE-2010-1248 affects Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2010-1248?
CVE-2010-1248 can be exploited through crafted Excel files that trigger a buffer overflow.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2010-1248?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2010-1248, and users are advised to patch their software as soon as possible.
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