What is the severity of CVE-2014-6360?

CVE-2014-6360 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2014-6360?

To fix CVE-2014-6360, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, or the Office Compatibility Pack.

Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2014-6360?

CVE-2014-6360 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, and the Office Compatibility Pack.

Can CVE-2014-6360 be exploited through email attachments?

Yes, CVE-2014-6360 can be exploited through crafted Office documents sent as email attachments.

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2014-6360?

Exploiting CVE-2014-6360 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2014-6360

critical

9.3

CWE

11/12/2014

6/8/2024

CVE-2014-6360: Code Injection

First published: Thu Dec 11 2014(Updated: )

Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, and Office Compatibility Pack allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Global Free Remote Code Execution in Excel Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Excel for Mac	=2007-sp3
Microsoft Excel for Mac	=2010-sp2
Microsoft Excel	=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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Reference Links

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-083

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-6360?
CVE-2014-6360 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6360?
To fix CVE-2014-6360, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, or the Office Compatibility Pack.
Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2014-6360?
CVE-2014-6360 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, and the Office Compatibility Pack.
Can CVE-2014-6360 be exploited through email attachments?
Yes, CVE-2014-6360 can be exploited through crafted Office documents sent as email attachments.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2014-6360?
Exploiting CVE-2014-6360 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.

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