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HIGH · 7.1

CVE-2026-48569

Improper input validation in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.

Vulnerability Description

Improper input validation in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.

CVSS Score

7.1

HIGH

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

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftVisual Studio Code>= 1.0.0, < 1.123.2

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-20CWE-23

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-48569?

CVE-2026-48569 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). Improper input validation in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.

How severe is CVE-2026-48569?

CVE-2026-48569 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-48569?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Visual Studio Code.