Microsoft Security Response CenterCVE-2026-102851

Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

HighVendor CVSS 6.1 / 10 1 CVE Published Oct 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM UTC

Summary

Incorrect privilege assignment in Visual Studio Code allows an authorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.

Release Notes

Oct 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM UTC
Published by Microsoft Security Response Center
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Oct 13, 2026 at 10:55 PM UTC
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Oct 21, 2026 at 1:15 AM UTC
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