CVE-2026-102229: Visual Studio Code Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Visual Studio Code allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Other sources
Visual Studio Code Information Disclosure Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 1.141.1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
The attacker must already be authorized and have low-level privileges. Exploitation also requires user interaction.
Can this be exploited remotely?
Yes. The vector is network-based, so exploitation can occur over a network, subject to the required authorization and user interaction.
What is the likely impact if exploitation succeeds?
Successful exploitation can disclose information. The provided severity vector indicates high confidentiality impact, with no integrity or availability impact indicated.