CVE-2011-1276: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jun 16 2011(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, and 2007 SP2; Office 2004 and 2008 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 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted Excel spreadsheet, related to improper validation of record information, aka "Excel Buffer Overrun Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Open XML File Format Converter |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1276?
The severity of CVE-2011-1276 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1276?
To fix CVE-2011-1276, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Excel and Office.
Which versions of Microsoft software are affected by CVE-2011-1276?
CVE-2011-1276 affects Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, and 2007 SP2, along with Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac.
Can CVE-2011-1276 be exploited by attackers?
Yes, CVE-2011-1276 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2011-1276?
The potential impacts of CVE-2011-1276 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and loss of data integrity.
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