Visual Studio Code
CVE-2024-43488
CRITICAL
Severity by source
AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.
CVSS VectorNVD
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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1DescriptionNVD
Missing authentication for critical function in Visual Studio Code extension for Arduino allows an unauthenticated attacker to perform remote code execution through network attack vector.
AnalysisAI
Missing authentication for critical function in Visual Studio Code extension for Arduino allows an unauthenticated attacker to perform remote code execution through network attack vector. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity.
Technical ContextAI
This vulnerability is classified as Missing Authentication for Critical Function (CWE-306), which allows attackers to access critical functionality without authentication. Missing authentication for critical function in Visual Studio Code extension for Arduino allows an unauthenticated attacker to perform remote code execution through network attack vector. Affected products include: Microsoft Visual Studio Code.
RemediationAI
A vendor patch is available. Apply the latest security update as soon as possible. Require authentication for all sensitive operations, implement defense in depth.
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