PatchTheCVECVE-2026-65768: Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Microsoft Teams for Android
CVE-2026-65768 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting teams. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Microsoft Teams for Android allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Why this priority
- High severity
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.9% (top 39%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2026-08-11 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-23 |
Last updated 2026-10-23 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Exact fixes by distribution
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-65768?
teams: upgrade to 1.0.0.2026133602. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-65768 being exploited?
CVE-2026-65768 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-65768 affect?
CVE-2026-65768 affects teams. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Microsoft Teams for Android allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How urgent is CVE-2026-65768?
Priority 51/100. High severity; On your watchlist
Software pages
Android vulnerabilities · Microsoft Teams vulnerabilities
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