CVE-2011-0103: Buffer Overflow
Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3 and 2003 SP3, Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac, and Open XML File Format Converter for Mac allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via crafted record information in an Excel file, aka "Excel Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0103?
CVE-2011-0103 has a severity rating of high due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0103?
To fix CVE-2011-0103, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Excel.
What software is affected by CVE-2011-0103?
CVE-2011-0103 affects Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, Office 2004, Office 2008 for Mac, and the Open XML File Format Converter for Mac.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2011-0103?
CVE-2011-0103 can be exploited through specially crafted Excel files that lead to memory corruption.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-0103 if I cannot update?
A potential workaround for CVE-2011-0103 is to avoid opening Excel files from untrusted sources.