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6.7

Visual Studio allows attackers to run local code with authorized credentials

CVE-2025-62214 · published 11 months ago
Summary

An attacker with authorized access to Visual Studio can execute local code, potentially leading to unauthorized actions on the system. This vulnerability affects users who rely on Visual Studio for development and software creation. To stay protected, update to the latest version of Visual Studio as soon as possible.

What to do
  • Update microsoft visual_studio_2022 to version 17.14.17 or later.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
microsoft visual_studio_2022 >= 17.14.0, < 17.14.17
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:visual_studio_2022:*:*:*:*:*:-:*:*
Original advisory text
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Visual Studio allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally.
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Visual Studio allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker full control
Severity
6.7 Medium
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-77Command Injection
Timeline
Published11 Nov 2025
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen7 Mar 2026
Sources
CVE-2025-62214 · NVD
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