Most ids.xls files are stored without password protection. Excel’s native encryption for .xls files (before Office 2007) was notoriously weak—using only a 40-bit RC4 encryption that can be cracked in minutes with modern tools. If an attacker gains access to a file server, searching for *.xls containing "SSN" or "Credit_Card" is a standard first step.
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When the victim opens the file, they are prompted to "Enable Content" (the macro). Once enabled, the macro can: Most ids
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It may also be used to map camera locations to their corresponding network interface or physical port IDs during large-scale deployments. Chicago Housing Authority 3. Industrial Imaging: "XLS" Camera Series