HTTP: Microsoft Excel Malformed CF BIFF Record
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known flaw in Microsoft Excel. A successful attack could result in arbitrary code execution.
Extended Description
Microsoft Excel is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability. Attackers could exploit this issue by enticing victims to open a maliciously crafted Excel file. Successful exploits will allow attackers to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running the application.
Affected Products
Microsoft excel_2003
Short Name
HTTP:STC:DL:XLS-CF-BIFF
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
BIFF CF CVE-2011-1989 Excel Malformed Microsoft Record bid:49518
Release Date
09/12/2011
Supported Platforms
srx-branch-12.3
srx-19.3
srx-branch-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.2
srx-branch-19.4
vsrx-19.4
mx-12.3
mx-19.4
vmx-19.4
mx-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.4
srx-19.4
vsrx-12.3
vmx-19.3
vsrx-19.2
srx-12.3
Sigpack Version
3336
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors
Microsoft
CVSS Score
9.3