CVE-2025-53773

Public Exploit
GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in GitHub Copilot and Visual Studio allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.36%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 version 17.14
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-53773 vendor advisory
https://embracethered.com/blog/posts/2025/github-copilot-remote-code-execution-via-prompt-injection/ exploit third party advisory
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44883108 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-53773?
CVE-2025-53773 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-53773?
To fix CVE-2025-53773, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-53773 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2025-53773 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-53773?
CVE-2025-53773 affects Microsoft Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 version 17.14.
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