8.6
CWE
427
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-13279

First published: Mon Jun 22 2020(Updated: )

Client side code execution in gitlab-vscode-extension v2.2.0 allows attacker to execute code on user system

Credit: cve@gitlab.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GitLab VSCode Extension<=2.2.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-13279?

    CVE-2020-13279 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution on user systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-13279?

    To fix CVE-2020-13279, users should upgrade to a version of the gitlab-vscode-extension that is above 2.2.0 or apply any available patches.

  • What can an attacker do with CVE-2020-13279?

    An attacker exploiting CVE-2020-13279 can execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine, compromising the security of the system.

  • Which versions of gitlab-vscode-extension are affected by CVE-2020-13279?

    CVE-2020-13279 affects all versions of gitlab-vscode-extension up to and including 2.2.0.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-13279?

    There's no specific workaround for CVE-2020-13279; the recommended action is to update to a secure version of the extension.

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