CVE-2026-41109: GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

Published May 12, 2026
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Updated

GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

Other sources

Improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component ('injection') in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.

Microsoft

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
GitHub GitHub Copilot
Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Microsoft Visual Studio Code<1.119.1
Microsoft Visual Studio Code<1.128.1
1.128.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.128.1

Event History

May 12, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:58 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 14, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-41109?

CVE-2026-41109 has been assigned a severity rating that indicates a potential security feature bypass in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-41109?

To fix CVE-2026-41109, ensure that you update GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code to the latest version as provided in the official updates.

3

What vulnerability type is CVE-2026-41109 classified as?

CVE-2026-41109 is classified as a security feature bypass vulnerability due to improper neutralization of special elements in output.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2026-41109?

CVE-2026-41109 affects various versions of GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Visual Studio Code prior to the security fixes.

5

Who is responsible for addressing CVE-2026-41109?

Microsoft is responsible for addressing CVE-2026-41109 as it affects the products they maintain, specifically Visual Studio Code.

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