CVE-1999-0717

Summary

CVE-1999-0717 is a vulnerability affecting Microsoft Excel 97. An attacker, located remotely, can exploit this weakness to disable the virus warning mechanism, leaving users unprotected against potential malware attacks. This issue poses a significant risk, as users may inadvertently open infected Excel files, leading to potential data loss or system compromise. Microsoft released a patch to address this vulnerability, and users are strongly encouraged to apply it as soon as possible to secure their systems.

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