CVE-2026-16444
Improper Validation of File Paths in TeamViewer Desktop Clients
Description
Improper neutralization of path traversal sequences in TeamViewer Desktop Clients prior Version 15.81.5 allows an authenticated remote session participant to write files to unintended locations on the local file system via file transfer or virtual file clipboard mechanisms. An attacker can leverage this behavior to achieve arbitrary file write and potentially execute code with the privileges of the affected user.
INFO
Published Date :
Aug. 26, 2026, 9:10 a.m.
Last Modified :
Aug. 26, 2026, 9:10 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
TV
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-16444
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 13430f76-86eb-43b2-a71c-82c956ef31b6 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE |
Solution
- Update TeamViewer Desktop Client to version 15.81.5 or later.
- Apply vendor patches for TeamViewer Desktop Client.
- Restrict file transfer capabilities if possible.
- Limit privileges for TeamViewer processes.
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