Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Excel 97 and 2000 does not warn the user when executing Excel Macro Language (XLM) macros in external text files, which could allow an attacker to execute a macro virus, aka the "XLM Text Macro" vulnerability.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Excel | 97 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.osvdb.org/1272Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1087Third Party Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-02
- http://www.osvdb.org/1272Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1087Third Party Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-02
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0277?
CVE-2000-0277 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Microsoft Excel 97 and 2000 does not warn the user when executing Excel Macro Language (XLM) macros in external text files, which could allow an attacker to execute a macro virus, aka the "XLM Text Ma...
How severe is CVE-2000-0277?
CVE-2000-0277 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0277?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Excel.