CVE-2024-7262

HIGH CISA KEV

CVSS v3

7.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

Improper path validation in promecefpluginhost.exe in Kingsoft WPS Office version ranging from 12.2.0.13110 to 12.2.0.16412 (exclusive) on Windows allows an attacker to load an arbitrary Windows library. The vulnerability was found weaponized as a single-click exploit in the form of a deceptive spreadsheet document

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
9/3/2024
Patch Due Date
9/24/2024
Required Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Technical Details

CVSS v3 Vector
3.1
Published
8/15/2024
Last Modified
10/30/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-7262?

Improper path validation in promecefpluginhost.exe in Kingsoft WPS Office version ranging from 12.2.0.13110 to 12.2.0.16412 (exclusive) on Windows allows an attacker to load an arbitrary Windows library. The vulnerability was found weaponized as a single-click exploit in the form of a deceptive spreadsheet document

Is CVE-2024-7262 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-7262 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 9/24/2024.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-7262?

CVE-2024-7262 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity), with vector string 3.1.

Is CVE-2024-7262 affecting your environment?

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