Claude Code Remote Code Execution : r/redteamsec

Reddit • February 3, 2026

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Isn't this intended functionality, apiKeyHelper executes a user-supplied shell script, including system commands, and is not attacker-controlled.

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Claude Code Local Script Execution Clarified in Cybersecurity Discussions On February 3, 2026, discussions emerged on Reddit regarding the Claude Code functionality, specifically its local script execution capabilities. Users noted that the apiKeyHelper executes user-supplied shell scripts and system commands, emphasizing that this is intended functionality rather than a security vulnerability. The debate centers around the distinction between local execution and remote code execution. 2 sources 41

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