CVE-2004-0846

CVE-2004-0846 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Excel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 28% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Unknown vulnerability in Microsoft Excel 2000, 2002, 2001 for Mac, and v.X for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious file containing certain parameters that are not properly validated.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0846?
Unknown vulnerability in Microsoft Excel 2000, 2002, 2001 for Mac, and v.X for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious file containing certain parameters that are not properly validated.
How severe is CVE-2004-0846?
CVE-2004-0846 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0846 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 28% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0846?
CVE-2004-0846 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-2004-0846?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2004-0846 published?
CVE-2004-0846 was published on 2004-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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