CVE-2010-1249: Code Injection
First published: Tue Jun 08 2010(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3, Office 2004 for Mac, Office 2008 for Mac, and Open XML File Format Converter for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Excel file with a malformed ExternName (0x23) record, aka "Excel Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2010-0823 and CVE-2010-1247.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Open XML File Format Converter | ||
| Microsoft Office | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 | |
| =2002-sp3 | ||
| =2004 | ||
| =2008 | ||
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Reference Links
- http://osvdb.org/65232
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-159B.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/40527
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6634
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/511767/100/0/threaded
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2010/ms10-038
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1249?
CVE-2010-1249 has a CVSS score indicating it is a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1249?
To mitigate CVE-2010-1249, users should upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft Office that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2010-1249?
CVE-2010-1249 affects Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3, Office 2004 for Mac, Office 2008 for Mac, and the Open XML File Format Converter for Mac.
What does CVE-2010-1249 exploit?
CVE-2010-1249 exploits a buffer overflow vulnerability through a maliciously crafted Excel file that contains a malformed ExternName record.
Can CVE-2010-1249 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2010-1249 can lead to data breaches as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising sensitive data.
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