CVE-2023-36796

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Sep 12, 2023
Updated: May 29, 2024
CWE ID 191

Summary

CVE-2023-36796 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Microsoft Visual Studio. This remote code execution flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system by manipulating a specially crafted project file. Successful exploitation could lead to significant security risks, potentially enabling malicious actors to install unauthorized software, steal sensitive data, or even take control of the affected system. Users are strongly advised to update their Visual Studio installations as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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Affected Products

  • Visual Studio 2019
  • Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
  • Microsoft Visual Studio 2019
  • Microsoft Visual Studio 2022
  • Microsoft .NET Framework

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft