What is the severity of CVE-2012-0143?

CVE-2012-0143 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0143?

To fix CVE-2012-0143, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Excel and Office.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-0143?

CVE-2012-0143 affects Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac.

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2012-0143?

CVE-2012-0143 can be exploited through specially crafted spreadsheet files that, when opened, may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Is CVE-2012-0143 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2012-0143 is considered a remote vulnerability, as it allows attackers to execute code from a distance by manipulating file content.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2012-0143

critical

9.3

CWE

399

9/5/2012

6/8/2024

CVE-2012-0143

First published: Wed May 09 2012(Updated: )

Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 and Office 2008 for Mac do not properly handle memory during the opening of files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted spreadsheet, aka "Excel Memory Corruption Using Various Modified Bytes Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Excel for Mac	=2003-sp3
Microsoft Office	=2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0143?
CVE-2012-0143 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0143?
To fix CVE-2012-0143, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Excel and Office.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-0143?
CVE-2012-0143 affects Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2012-0143?
CVE-2012-0143 can be exploited through specially crafted spreadsheet files that, when opened, may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2012-0143 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2012-0143 is considered a remote vulnerability, as it allows attackers to execute code from a distance by manipulating file content.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0143?
CVE-2012-0143 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0143?
To fix CVE-2012-0143, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Excel and Office.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-0143?
CVE-2012-0143 affects Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2012-0143?
CVE-2012-0143 can be exploited through specially crafted spreadsheet files that, when opened, may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2012-0143 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2012-0143 is considered a remote vulnerability, as it allows attackers to execute code from a distance by manipulating file content.