CVE-2024-26165
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.94%
Last modified
CVE-2024-26165 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Visual Studio Code Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Visual Studio Code Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio Code | < 1.87.2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-26165?
Visual Studio Code Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2024-26165?
CVE-2024-26165 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-26165?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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