Vulnerability Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted spreadsheet, aka "Excel Use after Free WriteAV Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Excel | 2003 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA11-256A.htmlUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2011/ms11-07
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA11-256A.htmlUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2011/ms11-07
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1986?
CVE-2011-1986 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Excel 2003 SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted spreadsheet, aka "Excel Use after Free WriteAV Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2011-1986?
CVE-2011-1986 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-1986?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Excel.