Vulnerability · Published Feb 25, 2021 · Assigned by microsoft
CVE-2021-26700Visual Studio Code npm-script Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
High 7.8
In plain English
A high-severity security flaw in Visual Studio Code - npm-script Extension from Microsoft. There are no confirmed reports of exploitation so far. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 6.0% (higher than 93% of all known vulnerabilities). Ready-made attack tooling exists: public proof-of-concept code.
Severity (CVSS 3.1)7.8High
Exploit odds (30 days)6.0%top 6.6% of all CVEs
Exploited in the wildNo reportsnot in CISA KEV
Attack tooling1Public PoC
Official description
Visual Studio Code npm-script Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected packages & fixed versions
| Ecosystem | Package | Fixed in | Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| npm | vscode-npm-script | no fix listed | GHSA-r84v-qff8-jv5g |
Affected products (as reported)
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio Code - npm-script Extension | 0.1.0 – before publication |