CVE-2026-45496
Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass vulnerability
Microsoft·Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass
MSRC advisory July 14, 2026
Alert details
- Source feed
- Microsoft MSRC
- CVE ID
- CVE-2026-45496
- Affected products
- Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass · Microsoft Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass · Microsoft
What happened
Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.
What it means for your business
Visual Studio Code Security Feature Bypass vulnerability (CVE-2026-45496) was added to Microsoft’s security update guidance. Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Visual Studio Code allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally. PremierePC tracks MSRC advisories for Upstate SC businesses — patch or open a ticket if you need help verifying exposure.
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