Sep 2026: Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
CVE-2026-81378 Published on September 8, 2026
Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Interpretation conflict in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.
Weakness Type
Interpretation Conflict
Product A handles inputs or steps differently than Product B, which causes A to perform incorrect actions based on its perception of B's state. This is generally found in proxies, firewalls, anti-virus software, and other intermediary devices that monitor, allow, deny, or modify traffic based on how the client or server is expected to behave.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-81378
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Affected Versions
Microsoft Visual Studio Code:- Version 1.0.0 and below 1.136.2 is affected.