CVE-2017-0006: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Mar 17 2017(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Excel Viewer, and Excel Services on SharePoint Server 2007 SP3 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0019, CVE-2017-0020, CVE-2017-0030, CVE-2017-0031, CVE-2017-0052, and CVE-2017-0053.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Excel | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Excel Viewer | ||
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 | =2007-sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0006?
CVE-2017-0006 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution and memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0006?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0006, users should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Excel and related software.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-0006?
CVE-2017-0006 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel Viewer, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and SharePoint Server 2007 SP3.
Can CVE-2017-0006 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-0006 can be exploited remotely through a crafted document file.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-0006 facilitate?
CVE-2017-0006 can facilitate remote code execution or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.
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