CVE-2026-102231
HIGHCVSS 7.7/10EPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2026-102231 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper resolution of path equivalence in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper resolution of path equivalence in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio Code | < 1.141.1 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-102231Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-102231?
Improper resolution of path equivalence in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-102231?
CVE-2026-102231 has a CVSS score of 7.7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-102231?
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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