Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:STC:DL:XLS-LBL-RECORD |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft Excel Malformed Lbl record Remote Code Execution |
Release Date |
2011/09/12 |
Update Number |
1992 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Microsoft Excel Malformed Lbl record Remote Code Execution
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known issue with Microsoft Excel. A successful attack can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Extended Description
Microsoft Excel is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability. Attackers could exploit this issue by enticing victims to open a maliciously crafted Excel file. Successful exploits will allow attackers to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running the application.
Affected Products
- Microsoft Excel 2003 SP1
- Microsoft Excel 2003 SP2
- Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3
- Microsoft Excel 2003
- Microsoft Excel 2007 SP1
- Microsoft Excel 2007 SP2
- Microsoft Excel 2007
- Microsoft Excel Viewer SP2
- Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac
- Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac
- Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack 2007 SP1
- Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack 2007 SP2
- Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack 2007
- Microsoft Open Xml File Format Converter Mac
References
- BugTraq: 49478
- CVE: CVE-2011-1988