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MS.Excel.Hlink.Code.Execution

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt against a remote code-execution vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a specially crafted .XLS file. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

Microsoft Excel 2002 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Excel 2003 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac
Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac
Open XML File Format Converter for Mac

Impact logoImpact

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

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the patch, available from the vendor's web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS11-021.mspx

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)
ID 26535
Created Apr 13, 2011
Updated Nov 03, 2021
Risk black-background-circle-icon black-background-circle-icon black-background-circle-icon black-background-circle-icon lightgray-background-circle-icon
CVE ID CVE-2011-0104
Exploit Prediction Score 96.43%
Default Action drop
Active
Affected OS Windows
Affected App MS_Office