CVE-2012-1661: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-1661: ESRI ArcMap 9 and ArcGIS 10.0.2.3200 and earlier does not properly prompt users before executing embedded V...

ESRI ArcMap 9 and ArcGIS 10.0.2.3200 and earlier does not properly prompt users before executing embedded VBA macros, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary VBA code via a crafted map (.mxd) file.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 23:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This issue affects older ESRI ArcMap/ArcGIS desktop use where a crafted map file can run embedded VBA macro code without proper prompting. Business risk depends on whether staff still open legacy .mxd files from email, shared drives, vendors, or public sources. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running legacy ArcMap or ArcGIS 10.0.2.3200 and earlier and accepting external .mxd files. Treat this as a legacy software exposure issue. It is not confirmed as actively exploited, but public exploit references and arbitrary code execution justify prioritizing affected GIS environments. Mitigation focus: Inventory ArcMap and ArcGIS desktop versions in use.; Check Esri guidance for supported upgrade or mitigation paths.; Avoid opening untrusted .mxd files from external parties..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 12, 2012, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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