Vulnerability Description
vscode-restructuredtext before 146.0.0 contains an incorrect access control vulnerability, where a crafted project folder could execute arbitrary binaries via crafted workspace configuration.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lextudio | Restructuredtext | < 147.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/vscode-restructuredtext/vscode-restructuredtext/commit/1dd3e8PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vscode-restructuredtext/vscode-restructuredtext/releasesRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vscode-restructuredtext/vscode-restructuredtext/releases/tag/Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://vuln.ryotak.me/advisories/37Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vscode-restructuredtext/vscode-restructuredtext/commit/1dd3e8PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vscode-restructuredtext/vscode-restructuredtext/releasesRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vscode-restructuredtext/vscode-restructuredtext/releases/tag/Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://vuln.ryotak.me/advisories/37Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-28793?
CVE-2021-28793 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). vscode-restructuredtext before 146.0.0 contains an incorrect access control vulnerability, where a crafted project folder could execute arbitrary binaries via crafted workspace configuration.
How severe is CVE-2021-28793?
CVE-2021-28793 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-28793?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lextudio Restructuredtext.