CVE-2012-1885: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 14 2012(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3, 2007 SP2 and SP3, and 2010 SP1; Office 2008 and 2011 for Mac; and Office Compatibility Pack SP2 and SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted spreadsheet, aka "Excel SerAuxErrBar Heap Overflow Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2010-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2010-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2011 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56425
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027752
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA12-318A.html
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2012/ms12-076
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78072
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15752
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15916
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1885?
CVE-2012-1885 is considered critical due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1885?
To mitigate CVE-2012-1885, users should update to the latest version of Microsoft Excel and apply all available security patches.
Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2012-1885?
CVE-2012-1885 affects Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3, 2007 SP2 and SP3, and 2010 SP1 for Windows, as well as Office 2008 and 2011 for Mac.
Can CVE-2012-1885 affect non-Windows users?
Yes, users of Office 2008 and 2011 for Mac are also at risk from CVE-2012-1885.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-1885?
CVE-2012-1885 can be exploited through crafted spreadsheet files that, when opened, can lead to remote code execution.
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