MS.Excel.BRAI.BIFF.Record.Code.Execution

Last Updated DateApr 15, 2010
Release DateMar 10, 2010
SeverityHigh
ImpactSystem Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
DescriptionThis indicates an attack attempt against a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel.

The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a specially crafted .XLS file. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Affected ProductsMicrosoft Office Excel 2002 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office Excel 2003 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office Excel 2007 Service Pack 1
Microsoft Office Excel 2007 Service Pack 2
Recommended ActionsApply patch, available from the web site.
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS10-017.mspx
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2010-0258
Microsoft Bulletin IDMS10-017   http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS10-017.mspx
Reference: VID-18273