Vulnerability identifier: #VU52176

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-28472

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Visual Studio Code Maven for Java Extension
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in Visual Studio Code Maven for Java Extension. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Visual Studio Code Maven for Java Extension: All versions

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-28472

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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 Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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