#VU17644 Input validation error - CVE-2019-0728

Vulnerability identifier: #VU17644

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-0728

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when Visual Studio Code processes environment variables after opening a project. A remote attacker can trick the victim into cloning a repository and opening it in Visual Studio Code to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

External links
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0728

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.