Command Injection Vulnerability in GitHub Copilot by Microsoft
CVE-2026-21516
8.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 10 February 2026
What is CVE-2026-21516?
A command injection vulnerability exists in GitHub Copilot, enabling unauthorized attackers to execute arbitrary code over a network. This flaw arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in commands, posing significant security risks. Organizations utilizing GitHub Copilot must implement the appropriate patches and safeguards to mitigate this vulnerability and ensure the integrity of their systems.

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Affected Version(s)
GitHub Copilot Plugin for JetBrains IDEs 1.0.0 < 1.5.63
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