MS.Excel.Selection.Record.cref.Code.Execution

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a remote code-execution vulnerability in Microsoft Excel.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles an Excel file with a crafted SELECTION Record. This could allow remote attackers to overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code on the system with the privileges of the currently logged in user.

affected-products-logoAffected 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 logoImpact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the patch, available from the following web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS06-037.mspx

Telemetry logoTelemetry

Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)