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HIGH · 8.8

CVE-2026-21516

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Github Copilot allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Vulnerability Description

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Github Copilot allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftGithub Copilot< 1.5.63-243

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-77

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-21516?

CVE-2026-21516 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Github Copilot allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

How severe is CVE-2026-21516?

CVE-2026-21516 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-21516?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Github Copilot.