CVE-2021-43908 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2021-43908, a Spoofing vulnerability in Visual Studio Code with a MEDIUM severity. Find out how to mitigate and prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.
Visual Studio Code Spoofing Vulnerability was published on December 15, 2021, by Microsoft affecting versions below 1.63.1.
Understanding CVE-2021-43908
This CVE involves a Spoofing vulnerability in Visual Studio Code.
What is CVE-2021-43908?
The CVE-2021-43908 is a Spoofing vulnerability in Visual Studio Code software.
The Impact of CVE-2021-43908
This vulnerability has a base severity of MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3. It allows attackers to spoof content in the application.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-43908
Affected Systems and Versions
Vulnerability Description
- Type: Spoofing
- Impact: Allows content spoofing
Affected Systems and Versions
- Vendor: Microsoft
- Product: Visual Studio Code
- Versions Affected: 1.0.0 to 1.63.1
- Platforms: Unknown
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by crafting content to spoof within Visual Studio Code.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Visual Studio Code to version 1.63.1 or above.
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links or opening files from untrusted sources.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and apply security patches.
- Educate users on identifying and avoiding phishing attempts.
Patching and Updates
- Microsoft has released a patch for this vulnerability. Ensure timely application of updates to stay protected.