CVE-2011-1273: Buffer Overflow
Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, 2007 SP2, and 2010; Office 2004, 2008, and 2011 for Mac; Open XML File Format Converter for Mac; Excel Viewer SP2; and Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2007 File Formats SP2 do not properly validate record information during parsing of Excel spreadsheets, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted spreadsheet, aka "Excel Improper Record Parsing Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1273?
CVE-2011-1273 has a CVSS score indicating a medium severity level, making it a notable risk for affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1273?
To address CVE-2011-1273, it is recommended to update Microsoft Office and Excel to the latest available patches to mitigate vulnerabilities.
What software is affected by CVE-2011-1273?
CVE-2011-1273 affects several versions of Microsoft Excel, Office for Mac, Excel Viewer, and the Office Compatibility Pack.
What types of attacks can CVE-2011-1273 lead to?
CVE-2011-1273 could potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code if a user opens a specially crafted Excel file.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-1273?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2011-1273; applying updates is the only recommended method to secure affected systems.