CVE-2022-21991: Visual Studio Code Remote Development Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Feb 8, 2022
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Updated

Visual Studio Code Remote Development Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Microsoft Visual Studio Code

Event History

Feb 8, 2022
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:36 PM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-21991?

CVE-2022-21991 is a vulnerability in the Visual Studio Code Remote Development Extension that allows remote code execution.

2

How does CVE-2022-21991 affect Microsoft Visual Studio Code?

CVE-2022-21991 affects Microsoft Visual Studio Code by allowing remote code execution through the Remote Development Extension.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-21991?

CVE-2022-21991 has a severity rating of 8.1 (high).

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-21991?

To fix CVE-2022-21991, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Visual Studio Code and ensure that the Remote Development Extension is also up to date.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-21991?

For more information about CVE-2022-21991, you can refer to the official Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) website.

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