Vulnerability identifier: #VU28926

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1343

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Visual Studio Code Live Share extension
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to software uses insecure communication channel to transmit sensitive information. A remote attacker with ability to intercept network traffic can gain access to sensitive data, such as token in plain text.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Visual Studio Code Live Share extension: 1.0 - 1.0.2236

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1343

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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