CVE-2020-17163

Name: CVE-2020-17163
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-12-29T17:15:49.71+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.58%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-17163 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Visual Studio Code Python Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Visual Studio Code Python Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.58%

43.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Python	< 2020.9.2

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2020-17163Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2020-17163Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 29, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-17163?

Visual Studio Code Python Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

How severe is CVE-2020-17163?

CVE-2020-17163 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-17163?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-17163?

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Source: NVD / NIST