Vulnerability in Microsoft Visual Studio Code

CVE-2026-41109

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.

EPSS: 0.001 (21.0th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 8.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-41109?
CVE-2026-41109 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Visual Studio Code, classified under Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component (Injection). CVSS score: 8.8/10. Published 2026-05-12.
How severe is CVE-2026-41109?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.8 out of 10.