CVE-2026-41611 Details
Description
Improper neutralization of script-related html tags in a web page (basic xss) in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
A vulnerability allowing improper neutralization of script-related HTML tags, leading to basic cross-site scripting (XSS), has been identified in Visual Studio Code. This issue allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally. The vulnerability affects Visual Studio Code versions prior to 1.119.1.
Users are advised to update to Visual Studio Code version 1.119.1 or later. The security update can be downloaded from the Visual Studio Code website.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed May 13, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-41611 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-79 | Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') | [email protected] |
| CWE-77 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') | [email protected] |
| CWE-80 | Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS) | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| microsoft visual studio code | < 1.119.1 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 15, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 12, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |