CVE-2006-1304

UnknownEPSS 10.88%

Last modified

CVE-2006-1304 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2000 through 2003 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .xls file with a crafted COLINFO record, which triggers the overflow during a "data filling operation.". EPSS estimates a 10.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2000 through 2003 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .xls file with a crafted COLINFO record, which triggers the overflow during a "data filling operation."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
10.88%

95.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftExcel2000
MicrosoftExcel2002
MicrosoftExcel2003
MicrosoftExcelx
MicrosoftExcel Viewer2003

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-1304?
Buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2000 through 2003 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .xls file with a crafted COLINFO record, which triggers the overflow during a "data filling operation."
How severe is CVE-2006-1304?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1304 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 10.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1304?
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