RCE in Microsoft Visual Studio Code

CVE-2026-69370

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Vulnerability class: Command Injection (OS Command Injection)

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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.

EPSS exploit prediction

No EPSS score from FIRST.org yet. New CVEs usually get one within a few days; no score means no signal yet, not low risk. How EPSS works.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-69370?
CVE-2026-69370 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Visual Studio Code, classified under Command Injection. CVSS score: 8.8/10. Published 2026-10-13.
How severe is CVE-2026-69370?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.8 out of 10.