Vim: Arbitrary Code Execution via Python Omni-Completion
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AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability allows arbitrary code execution through the Python omni-completion feature in Vim version 3.0. It is classified under CWE-94, which involves improper control of code generation or execution. The vulnerability was reported by the Microsoft Security Response Center but lacks detailed technical or remediation information. No CVSS score or exploit details are available, and no patch or fix information is provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system running Vim 3.0. This could lead to full compromise of the user's environment where Vim is executed. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported to date.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or fix information is provided, users should monitor official Microsoft Security Response Center advisories and Vim project updates for any forthcoming fixes. Until a patch is available, consider disabling Python omni-completion in Vim if feasible.
Vim: Arbitrary Code Execution via Python Omni-Completion
Description
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Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability allows arbitrary code execution through the Python omni-completion feature in Vim version 3.0. It is classified under CWE-94, which involves improper control of code generation or execution. The vulnerability was reported by the Microsoft Security Response Center but lacks detailed technical or remediation information. No CVSS score or exploit details are available, and no patch or fix information is provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system running Vim 3.0. This could lead to full compromise of the user's environment where Vim is executed. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported to date.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or fix information is provided, users should monitor official Microsoft Security Response Center advisories and Vim project updates for any forthcoming fixes. Until a patch is available, consider disabling Python omni-completion in Vim if feasible.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Csaf Category
- csaf_vex
- Csaf Version
- 2.0
- Publisher
- Microsoft Security Response Center
- Advisory Id
- msrc_CVE-2026-52860
- Cve Count
- 1
- Additional Cves
- []
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a2d2f90e617e2d834b6ed79
Added to database: 06/13/2026, 10:23:12 UTC
Last enriched: 06/13/2026, 10:26:38 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:59 UTC
Views: 170
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