Since USM is a 32-bit VST, you cannot use it directly in modern 64-bit DAWs (like Cubase 14/15) without a "bridge".
This specific version was an update for the Windows platform to improve stability within the VST host environment. How to Use It Today Steinberg Universal Sound Module v1.1.2 [WiN]
For similar General MIDI sounds, Steinberg now recommends using HALion Sonic 7 , which has a free version available. Since USM is a 32-bit VST, you cannot
A General MIDI (GM) compatible sound module containing over 70 MB of high-quality (for its time) instrument samples. A General MIDI (GM) compatible sound module containing
It is strictly unsupported legacy software . Steinberg does not list it for individual purchase on their official products page .
While no longer for sale, Steinberg sometimes offers legacy content or "VST Classics" for free to existing users in their unsupported software section .
You would need software like jBridge to run this 32-bit plugin in a 64-bit environment.