CVE-2021-28967
First published: Wed Mar 24 2021(Updated: )
The unofficial MATLAB extension before 2.0.1 for Visual Studio Code allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted workspace because of lint configuration settings.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Visual Studio Code | <2.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-28967?
CVE-2021-28967 is an unofficial MATLAB extension vulnerability in Visual Studio Code that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted workspace.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28967?
The severity of CVE-2021-28967 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2021-28967?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2021-28967 by using a crafted workspace with malicious lint configuration settings.
What software is affected by CVE-2021-28967?
The unofficial MATLAB extension before version 2.0.1 for Microsoft Visual Studio Code is affected by CVE-2021-28967.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28967?
To fix CVE-2021-28967, update the unofficial MATLAB extension for Visual Studio Code to version 2.0.1 or later.
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