Improper Validation of Generative AI Output in Microsoft Visual Studio Code and GitHub Copilot



Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2025-62453
CWE-ID CWE-1426
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 Visual Studio Code
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor Microsoft

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper Validation of Generative AI Output

EUVDB-ID: #VU118338

Risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-62453

CWE-ID: CWE-1426 - Improper Validation of Generative AI Output

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of generative ai output in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code. A local user can bypass Visual Studio Code sensitive file protections.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Visual Studio Code: All versions

CPE2.3 External links

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2025-62453


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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