CVE-2010-1252

Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Excel…

published June 8, 2010

CVSS
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EPSS
21%
Percentile
97.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty Excel file could run arbitrary code on your system! This vulnerability lurks in Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac, just waiting for an unsuspecting user! 😱 Think of this like a seemingly innocuous package that arrives at your doorstep. If you don’t check the sender carefully, you might open it and unleash a confetti bomb of chaos inside your living room! If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could execute any code they desire on your device. This could lead to stealing sensitive information, manipulating files, or even controlling your system remotely! Talk about an unexpected surprise!

Put simply

Think of this like a seemingly innocuous package that arrives at your doorstep. If you don’t check the sender carefully, you might open it and unleash a confetti bomb of chaos inside your living room! This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a specially crafted Excel file to users, who may unknowingly open it, granting the attacker access.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could execute any code they desire on your device. This could lead to stealing sensitive information, manipulating files, or even controlling your system remotely! Talk about an unexpected surprise! To stay safe, avoid opening unfamiliar Excel files, especially from untrusted sources. Consider upgrading to a more recent version of Microsoft Office, as newer versions have patched similar vulnerabilities. Regularly train users on safe file handling practices! You've got this! Stay vigilant and secure, and you'll keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.21221 · 97.6th percentile
Published
2010-06-08T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 JUN 20:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Office Excel 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Excel…
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