CVE-2003-0821

UnknownEPSS 18.98%

Last modified

CVE-2003-0821 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Excel 97, 2000, and 2002 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a spreadsheet with a malicious XLM (Excel 4) macro that bypasses the macro security model.. EPSS estimates a 18.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Excel 97, 2000, and 2002 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a spreadsheet with a malicious XLM (Excel 4) macro that bypasses the macro security model.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
18.98%

96.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWord97
MicrosoftWord98
MicrosoftWord2000
MicrosoftWord2002
MicrosoftWorks2001
MicrosoftWorks2002
MicrosoftWorks2003
MicrosoftWorks2004

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0821?
Microsoft Excel 97, 2000, and 2002 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a spreadsheet with a malicious XLM (Excel 4) macro that bypasses the macro security model.
How severe is CVE-2003-0821?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0821 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 18.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0821?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST