This security advisory describes one high risk vulnerability.
1) Code Injection
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C] [PCI]
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-28470
CWE-ID: CWE-94 - Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Exploit availability: No
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in Visual Studio Code GitHub Pull Requests and Issues Extension. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Visual Studio Code GitHub Pull Requests and Issues: All versions
CPE
External links
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-28470
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
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