Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:STC:DL:XLS-WRITEAV |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft Excel Record Parsing WriteAV Vulnerability |
Release Date |
2011/04/11 |
Update Number |
1900 |
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 Record Parsing WriteAV Vulnerability
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known issue with Microsoft Excel. A malformed Excel file, when opened, can result in arbitrary code execution.
Extended Description
Microsoft Excel is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability. Attackers can exploit this issue by enticing an unsuspecting user to open a specially crafted Excel file. Successful exploits can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running the application. Failed exploit attempts will result in a denial-of-service condition.
Affected Products
- Microsoft Excel 2002 SP1
- Microsoft Excel 2002 SP2
- Microsoft Excel 2002 SP3
- Microsoft Excel 2002
References
- BugTraq: 47243
- CVE: CVE-2011-0101