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Microsoft Security Response CenterCVE-2026-81380

GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.

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5.3CVSS out of 10High severity
Scope

What the vendor says is affected

  • Visual Studio Code

Versions the vendor lists as fixed

  • 1.136.2
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  1. Published by Microsoft Security Response Center

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CVEs named in this advisory

CVE-2026-81380View CVSS, KEV, EPSS, and threat context
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