Privilege Elevation Vulnerability in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code
CVE-2026-70335

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Visual Studio Code
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-70335?

A vulnerability exists in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code, which stems from improper handling of special elements in OS commands. This flaw enables unauthorized attackers to execute commands that could elevate their privileges locally. Affected users should address this vulnerability by applying the recommended patches provided by Microsoft as detailed in their advisory.

Affected Version(s)

Visual Studio Code 1.0.0 < 1.132.1

References

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

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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