CVE-2021-42322: Visual Studio Code Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Nov 10, 2021
·Updated
Visual Studio Code Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Visual Studio Code<1.16.2
Remediation
Event History
Nov 10, 2021
CVE Published
12:47 AM
Data Sourced
12:47 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:19 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2021-42322?
CVE-2021-42322 is a vulnerability that allows elevation of privilege in Microsoft Visual Studio Code.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2021-42322?
CVE-2021-42322 has a severity rating of high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
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How does CVE-2021-42322 affect Visual Studio Code?
CVE-2021-42322 affects all versions of Microsoft Visual Studio Code up to version 1.16.2.
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How can I fix CVE-2021-42322?
To fix CVE-2021-42322, update Microsoft Visual Studio Code to a version higher than 1.16.2.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-42322?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-42322 in the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory at https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-42322.