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Vim: Vimscript Code Injection in netrw NetrwBookHistSave() via crafted directory name — CVE-2026-47162

MSRC · Microsoft · CVE-2026-47162

ID
CVE-2026-47162
Date
Activity
Source
MSRC
Vendor
Microsoft
Threat
high
CVSS
7.3

Summary

CVE-2026-47162 is a advisory from MSRC. Vim: Vimscript Code Injection in netrw NetrwBookHistSave() via crafted directory name Vendor: Microsoft. Severity/Threat: high.

Product

Security Update Guide

What to do

General, cautious steps (verify details in the official source):

  • Prioritize patching or mitigation immediately (treat as actively risky).
  • Identify affected product versions in your inventory and verify whether you are impacted.
  • Apply vendor patches/updates or recommended mitigations as soon as available.
  • Read the official advisory for exact affected versions and remediation steps.

Official advisory

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