Signature Detail
Short Name |
SMTP:MS-XLS-BIFF-REC-RCE |
|---|---|
Severity |
Medium |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
SMTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft Excel Formula Biff Record Remote Code Execution |
Release Date |
2014/05/16 |
Update Number |
2375 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
SMTP: Microsoft Excel Formula Biff Record Remote Code Execution
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Excel. It exists in the way that Microsoft Excel handles specially crafted Excel files. A successful attack can allow the attacker to take complete control of an affected system.
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: 43650
- CVE: CVE-2010-3235