CVE-2026-23653
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Command Injection in GitHub Copilot and VS Code Leads to Data Disclosure

Publication date: 2026-04-14

Last updated on: 2026-05-06

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
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Published
2026-04-14
Last Modified
2026-05-06
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-04-14
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-23653
EUVD
EUVD-2026-22359
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Vendor Product Version / Range
microsoft github_copilot_chat to 0.37.3 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-77 The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a command injection issue caused by improper neutralization of special elements used in a command within GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code.

It allows an authorized attacker to execute commands that can lead to the disclosure of information over a network.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network due to improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Code.

This information disclosure could potentially impact compliance with standards and regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA, which require protection of sensitive data and prevention of unauthorized data disclosure.

However, the provided information does not specify exact effects or compliance implications related to these standards.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can lead to information disclosure, meaning sensitive or confidential data could be exposed to unauthorized parties over a network.

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