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CVE-2012-0185

HIGH · CVSS 9.3 EPSS 24.63%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2012-05-09 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3. It affects Microsoft, Office. Its EPSS score suggests a 24.6% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. It may be remotely exploitable.

CVE
CVE-2012-0185
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
9.3
EPSS
24.63%
Microsoft Office

Original NVD Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Excel 2007 SP2 and SP3 and 2010 Gold and SP1, Excel Viewer, and Office Compatibility Pack SP2 and SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted spreadsheet that triggers incorrect handling of memory during opening, aka "Excel MergeCells Record Heap Overflow Vulnerability."