CVE-2002-0617

CVE-2002-0617 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Excel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 11% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The Macro Security Model in Microsoft Excel 2000 and 2002 for Windows allows remote attackers to execute code by creating a hyperlink on a drawing shape in a source workbook that points to a destination workbook containing an autoexecute macro, aka "Hyperlinked Excel Workbook Macro Bypass."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0617?
The Macro Security Model in Microsoft Excel 2000 and 2002 for Windows allows remote attackers to execute code by creating a hyperlink on a drawing shape in a source workbook that points to a destination workbook containing an autoexecute macro, aka "Hyperlinked Excel Workbook Macro Bypass."
How severe is CVE-2002-0617?
CVE-2002-0617 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-0617 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 11% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0617?
CVE-2002-0617 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-2002-0617?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-0617 published?
CVE-2002-0617 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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