CVE-2024-49049:This CVE (CVE-2024-49049) refers to an Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability found in the Visual Studio Code Remote Extension.

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The vulnerability allows an attacker to exploit improper access control (CWE-284) in the Visual Studio Code Remote Extension. This could potentially allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access or control over the system. The vulnerability is present in versions of the software from 1.0.0 up to, but not including, 0.115.1. The severity of this vulnerability is rated as HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1.

Overview

The vulnerability was discovered in the Visual Studio Code Remote Extension, a product of Microsoft. The issue lies in the improper access control of the extension, which could allow an attacker to elevate their privileges and gain unauthorized access or control over the system. The vulnerability is present in versions of the software from 1.0.0 up to, but not including, 0.115.1. The vulnerability was published by Microsoft on 2024-11-12.

Remediation

Users of the affected software are advised to update to the latest version of the Visual Studio Code Remote Extension. Microsoft has likely provided a patch to fix this vulnerability in versions 0.115.1 and later. Always ensure that your software is up to date to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.

References

More information about this vulnerability can be found in the vendor advisory provided by Microsoft at the following URL: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-49049

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  4. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  5. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  6. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  7. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  8. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  9. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  10. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  11. Utilities
    Utilities
  12. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  13. Information
    Information
  14. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade
  15. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  16. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  17. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  18. Construction
    Construction
  19. Mining
    Mining
  20. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing

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