CVE-2011-1987: Buffer Overflow
Array index error in Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 and 2007 SP2; Excel in Office 2007 SP2; Excel 2010 Gold and SP1; Excel in Office 2010 Gold and SP1; 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 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted spreadsheet, aka "Excel Out of Bounds Array Indexing Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1987?
CVE-2011-1987 has a critical severity rating as it allows for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1987?
To fix CVE-2011-1987, you need to apply the appropriate security update provided by Microsoft.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2011-1987?
CVE-2011-1987 affects Microsoft Excel 2003, 2007, and 2010, as well as various Office versions and Excel Viewer.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2011-1987?
CVE-2011-1987 is an array index error vulnerability in Microsoft Excel software.
Will CVE-2011-1987 affect macros in Excel?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2011-1987 could potentially compromise macros within affected Excel files.