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Extension Security Summary

Python

ms-python.python@2026.7.2026080801
Security outcomeDo not install

Prevent execution pending review: high-confidence abuse-chain evidence matched (remote-vsix-install-chain). This is a preventive policy decision, not a confirmed-malicious label.

Checked version2026.7.2026080801
Analysis statusCompleted
Scan date
What this means

The key information before you install.

This is a plain-language summary of the completed analysis for this exact extension version. Technical evidence and workspace actions are available after sign-in.

Permission Passport · exact release

What this extension can reach.

Six consistent access categories, tied to version 2026.7.2026080801. Capability describes power—not malicious intent.

Newer release availableLatest is @2026.7.2026082101
5 categories observed@2026.7.2026080801 analyzed releaseBound artifact identity
Workspace and filesystem accessFiles

Filesystem · Agent Filesystem

Observed
Commands, processes, and install scriptsTerminal

Agent Shell · Process Execution

Observed
Outbound connections and remote servicesNetwork

Network

Observed
Credentials, environment, and sensitive configurationSecrets

Not observed in this scan—not a guarantee of absence.

Not observed
Editor commands, webviews, and user interactionEditor

Ide Contributions

Observed
AI models, autonomous tools, MCP, and delegationAgents & tools

Agentic · Agent Shell · Agent Filesystem

Observed
This passport never carries forward to another version.
Review evidence
Release context

Versions

2026.7.2026082101Not analyzed2026.7.2026080801Do not install2026.5.2026070801Not analyzed2026.5.2026061001Not analyzed2026.5.2026060901Not analyzed2026.5.2026052901Not analyzed