CVE-2011-3403: Code Injection
First published: Wed Dec 14 2011(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac do not properly handle objects in memory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Excel spreadsheet, aka "Record Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Excel for Mac | =2003-sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3403?
CVE-2011-3403 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3403?
To fix CVE-2011-3403, users should install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Excel 2003 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac.
What impact does CVE-2011-3403 have on users?
CVE-2011-3403 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on a victim's machine through a malicious Excel spreadsheet.
Which software is affected by CVE-2011-3403?
CVE-2011-3403 affects Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-3403 classified as?
CVE-2011-3403 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability.
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