Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Visual Studio Code when the Python extension loads workspace settings from a notebook file. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could run arbitrary code in the context of the current user. If the current user is logged on with administrative user rights, an attacker could take control of the affected system. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need to convince a target to open a specially crafted file in Visual Studio Code with the Python extension installed. The update address the vulnerability by modifying the way Visual Studio Code Python extension enforces user settings.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Python | < 2020.5.0 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2020-1192
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1192PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-1192?
CVE-2020-1192 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Visual Studio Code when the Python extension loads workspace settings from a notebook file. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability cou...
How severe is CVE-2020-1192?
CVE-2020-1192 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-1192?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Python.