CVE-2008-3005

Name: CVE-2008-3005
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-08-12T23:41:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 31.93%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-3005 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Array index vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel 2000 SP3 and 2002 SP3, and Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Excel file with a crafted array index for a FORMAT record, aka the "Excel Index Array Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 31.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Array index vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel 2000 SP3 and 2002 SP3, and Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Excel file with a crafted array index for a FORMAT record, aka the "Excel Index Array Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

31.93%

98.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Office	2000	Sp3
Microsoft	Office	xp	Sp3
Microsoft	Office	2004	—
Microsoft	Office	2008	—

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 12, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3005?

How severe is CVE-2008-3005?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3005 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 31.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3005?

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