CVE-2007-0215

CVE-2007-0215 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Excel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 32% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, and 2003 Viewer allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .XLS BIFF file with a malformed Named Graph record, which results in memory corruption.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0215?
Stack-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, and 2003 Viewer allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .XLS BIFF file with a malformed Named Graph record, which results in memory corruption.
How severe is CVE-2007-0215?
CVE-2007-0215 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-0215 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 32% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0215?
CVE-2007-0215 primarily affects Microsoft Excel. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0215?
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-2007-0215 published?
CVE-2007-0215 was published on 2007-05-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (10)

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