Excel Spreadsheet Parsing Flaw in Microsoft Products

CVE-2011-1272

Summary

A vulnerability exists in several Microsoft products where improper validation of record structures during the parsing of Excel spreadsheets can be exploited by remote attackers. By creating a specially crafted spreadsheet, an attacker may execute arbitrary code on the user's system, potentially compromising sensitive data and system integrity. This flaw affects various versions of Microsoft Excel as well as related Mac applications and tools, highlighting the importance of timely security updates to mitigate risks.

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