CVE-2021-31211: Visual Studio Code Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 11, 2021
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Updated

Visual Studio Code Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft Visual Studio Code<1.56.1

Event History

May 11, 2021
CVE Published
07:11 PM
Data Sourced
07:11 PM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-31211?

CVE-2021-31211 is a vulnerability in Visual Studio Code that allows remote code execution.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-31211?

CVE-2021-31211 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

3

What software is affected by CVE-2021-31211?

Microsoft Visual Studio Code versions up to and including 1.56.1 are affected by CVE-2021-31211.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-31211?

To fix CVE-2021-31211, users should update their Microsoft Visual Studio Code installation to a version later than 1.56.1.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-31211?

For more information about CVE-2021-31211, you can refer to Microsoft's security advisory at https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-31211.

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