CVE-2024-49050 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Visual Studio Code Python Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

## Description

Visual Studio Code Python Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

## Metrics

CVSS 3.1: 8.8/10  
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H  
EPSS Probability: 1.21%  
64.5th percentile  
Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. [Learn more](https://www.first.org/epss/)

## Weakness Enumeration

- [CWE-501](https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/501.html)

## Affected Software

| Vendor | Product | Versions |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Microsoft | Python | < 2024.18.2 |

## References

- [Patch, Vendor Advisory](https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-49050)

## Timeline

Published: Nov 12, 2024  
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026  
Status: Analyzed

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What is CVE-2024-49050?**  
Visual Studio Code Python Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

**How severe is CVE-2024-49050?**  
CVE-2024-49050 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

**How do I fix CVE-2024-49050?**  
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also [run a Strix scan](https://app.strix.ai/) to test if your systems are affected.