CVE-2000-0277

Summary

CVE-2000-0277 is a vulnerability affecting Microsoft Excel 97 and 2000. This issue allows attackers to execute malicious macros in external text files without user warning. Macro viruses can be embedded in these files, potentially leading to system compromise and data loss. Users opening such files may unwittingly execute the macro, putting themselves at risk. Microsoft Excel failed to provide adequate security measures, making it essential for users to exercise caution when opening external text files.

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