CVE-2026-47281
CRITICALCVSS 9.6/10EPSS 0.59%
Last modified
CVE-2026-47281 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Missing authorization in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Missing authorization in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio Code | >= 1.0.0, < 1.123.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-47281?
Missing authorization in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-47281?
CVE-2026-47281 has a CVSS score of 9.6/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-47281?
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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