Unauthorized Code Execution through Network Vector in Visual Studio Code Arduino Extension
CVE-2024-43488

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 October 2024

Summary

A significant security vulnerability exists in the Visual Studio Code extension for Arduino, allowing unauthenticated attackers to exploit a missing authentication for a critical function. This flaw enables remote code execution through a network attack vector, posing a risk to systems utilizing this extension. Users should review their installations and apply appropriate security measures to mitigate potential exposure.

Affected Version(s)

Visual Studio Code Unknown

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Collectors

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