MS.Excel.Malformed.OBJECT.Type.File.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attempt to exploit a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Excel has a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited via an Excel file with a crafted BIFF record. A remote attacker can overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the Excel user.
Affected Products
Microsoft Excel Viewer 2003
Microsoft Excel v.X for Mac
Microsoft Excel 2004 for Mac
Microsoft Excel 2003
Microsoft Excel 2002
Microsoft Excel 2000
Impact
System compromise: remote code execution.
Recommended Actions
Apply the appropriate patch for your system.
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS06-037.mspx
Telemetry
Coverage
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IPS (Extended DB) |