CVE-1999-0717

Summary

CVE-1999-0717 is a cybersecurity vulnerability affecting Microsoft Excel 97. A remote attacker can exploit this issue by disabling the virus warning mechanism, leaving the system vulnerable to malware attacks. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass security measures, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise. This weakness was identified in 1999 and could be addressed by applying the available Microsoft patch or upgrading to a more secure version of Excel. Organizations and individuals using Microsoft Excel 97 are advised to take immediate action to protect their systems.

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