MS.Excel.Viewer.Insecure.DLL.Loading.Remote.Code.Execution

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This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in Microsoft Office.
The vulnerability is due to an improper search path in the application leading to insecure loading of a dll file. An attacker can exploit this by tricking an unsuspecting user into opening a file from a directory and execute arbitrary code within the context of the application.

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Microsoft Excel 2007 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Excel 2010 Service Pack 2 (32-bit editions)
Microsoft Excel 2010 Service Pack 2 (64-bit editions)
Microsoft Excel Viewer 2007 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack Service Pack 3

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

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://technet.microsoft.com/library/security/ms15-070

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)