CVE-2012-1854—Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications Insecure Library Loading Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications Insecure Library Loading Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) contains an insecure library loading vulnerability that could allow for remote code execution.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

• https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2012/ms12-046
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-1854

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