CVE-2020-17104: Visual Studio Code JSHint Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Nov 11, 2020
·Updated
Visual Studio Code JSHint Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Remediation
Event History
Nov 11, 2020
CVE Published
06:48 AM
Data Sourced
06:48 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-17104?
CVE-2020-17104 is a vulnerability in the Visual Studio Code JSHint Extension that allows remote code execution.
2
How severe is CVE-2020-17104?
CVE-2020-17104 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered critical.
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What is the affected software for CVE-2020-17104?
The affected software for CVE-2020-17104 is Microsoft Visual Studio Code.
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How can I fix CVE-2020-17104?
To fix CVE-2020-17104, users are advised to update their Visual Studio Code JSHint Extension to the latest version.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-17104?
More information about CVE-2020-17104 can be found at the following link: [https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17104](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17104)