CVE-2002-0616

CVE-2002-0616 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Excel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The Macro Security Model in Microsoft Excel 2000 and 2002 for Windows allows remote attackers to execute code by attaching an inline macro to an object within an Excel workbook, aka the "Excel Inline Macros Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0616?
The Macro Security Model in Microsoft Excel 2000 and 2002 for Windows allows remote attackers to execute code by attaching an inline macro to an object within an Excel workbook, aka the "Excel Inline Macros Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2002-0616?
CVE-2002-0616 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-0616 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0616?
CVE-2002-0616 primarily affects Microsoft Excel. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0616?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-0616 published?
CVE-2002-0616 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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