Product:
Visual Studio Code CoPilot Chat Extension
Summary
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command in Visual Studio Code CoPilot Chat Extension allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network. This vulnerability can lead to significant security risks, including unauthorized access and control over affected systems.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 8.8 | CVE-2025-62222 |
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted commands to the Visual Studio Code CoPilot Chat Extension. If the attacker successfully manipulates the input, they can execute arbitrary code on the target system, potentially leading to data breaches or system compromise.
Affected Products
- Visual Studio Code CoPilot Chat Extension: Vulnerable to command injection, allowing unauthorized code execution.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should ensure that they are using the latest version of the Visual Studio Code CoPilot Chat Extension. Additionally, implementing strict input validation and sanitization can help prevent command injection attacks.