CVE-2012-0151
CISA KEVPublished June 8, 2022 · Updated April 3, 2026
high
Official Description+
The Authenticode Signature Verification function in Microsoft Windows (WinVerifyTrust) does not properly validate the digest of a signed portable executable (PE) file, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute code.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows |
Patch Status
Patch by 2022-06-22
Recommended Actions
- Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
- Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
- This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
- Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
- Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2012-0151.