Visual Studio Code Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-24893

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Visual Studio Code
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 April 2023

Summary

A remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Visual Studio Code, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations. This type of vulnerability can potentially lead to unauthorized access or control over the software environment, exposing sensitive information or compromising system integrity. Users are advised to apply necessary updates and patches to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Visual Studio Code Unknown 1.0.0 < 1.77.0

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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