CVE-2011-1278: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jun 16 2011(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac 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 WriteAV Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2004 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1278?
CVE-2011-1278 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1278?
To fix CVE-2011-1278, update Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac to their latest security patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2011-1278?
CVE-2011-1278 affects Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2011-1278?
CVE-2011-1278 can be exploited by attackers using crafted spreadsheets to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
Is CVE-2011-1278 a critical vulnerability?
CVE-2011-1278 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to enable remote code execution.
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