CVE-2025-26631
High
Description
Uncontrolled search path element in Visual Studio Code allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.3
Exploit probability—
Product
Microsoft Visual Studio Code
PublishedMar 11, 2025
First seenMar 11, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-427CWE-427
How to fix
Update
- microsoft visual_studio_code1.98.0 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft visual_studio_code | v < 1.98.0 | 1.98.0 |
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