What is CVE-2020-17156?

CVE-2020-17156 is a Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

Which versions of Microsoft Visual Studio are affected by CVE-2020-17156?

CVE-2020-17156 affects Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 versions 15.0 to 15.9 and Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 versions 16.0 to 16.8.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-17156?

CVE-2020-17156 has a severity level of 7.8 (high).

How can I fix CVE-2020-17156?

To fix CVE-2020-17156, Microsoft has released security updates. Please refer to the following reference for more information: [link](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17156)

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-17156?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-17156 at the following reference: [link](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17156)

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-17156

high

7.8

9/12/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-17156: Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed Dec 09 2020(Updated: )

Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
	>=15.0<=15.9
	>=16.0<=16.8
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017	>=15.0<=15.9
Microsoft Visual Studio 2019	>=16.0<=16.8

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17156

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Reference Links

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17156

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-17156?
CVE-2020-17156 is a Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
Which versions of Microsoft Visual Studio are affected by CVE-2020-17156?
CVE-2020-17156 affects Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 versions 15.0 to 15.9 and Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 versions 16.0 to 16.8.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17156?
CVE-2020-17156 has a severity level of 7.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2020-17156?
To fix CVE-2020-17156, Microsoft has released security updates. Please refer to the following reference for more information: [link](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17156)
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-17156?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-17156 at the following reference: [link](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17156)

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