CVE-2021-28832: High severity suse vim vulnerability

Published Apr 5, 2021
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Updated

VSCodeVim before 1.19.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted workspace configuration.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Vim Project Vim Visual Studio Code<1.19.0

Event History

Apr 5, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:01 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:01 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-28832?

CVE-2021-28832 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-28832?

To fix CVE-2021-28832, upgrade to VSCodeVim version 1.19.0 or later.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2021-28832?

CVE-2021-28832 affects VSCodeVim versions prior to 1.19.0.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2021-28832 enable?

CVE-2021-28832 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code through a crafted workspace configuration.

5

Is CVE-2021-28832 a remote code execution vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2021-28832 is considered a remote code execution vulnerability.

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