CVE-2010-1251: Code Injection
Published Jun 8, 2010
·Updated
Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Excel file, aka "Excel Record Stack Corruption Vulnerability."
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Excel=2002-sp3
Microsoft Office=2004
Event History
Jun 8, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1251?
CVE-2010-1251 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2010-1251?
To fix CVE-2010-1251, update Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac to the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
3
What products are affected by CVE-2010-1251?
CVE-2010-1251 affects Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac.
4
Can CVE-2010-1251 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-1251 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted Excel file to the victim.
5
What type of attack does CVE-2010-1251 facilitate?
CVE-2010-1251 facilitates arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to run malicious code on the victim's machine.