CVE-2019-0728
UnknownEPSS 27.71%
Last modified
CVE-2019-0728 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Visual Studio Code when it process environment variables after opening a project, aka 'Visual Studio Code Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 27.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Visual Studio Code when it process environment variables after opening a project, aka 'Visual Studio Code Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio Code | All versions |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2019/Apr/38Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/04/30/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106913Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0728Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2019/Apr/38Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/04/30/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106913Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0728Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-0728?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Visual Studio Code when it process environment variables after opening a project, aka 'Visual Studio Code Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2019-0728?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-0728 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 27.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0728?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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