VirtualBox
Oracle · current 7.2.16
The current version of VirtualBox is 7.2.16 (as of 19/08/2026). patchletter checks the official source daily and emails you every new release.
Actively exploited vulnerabilities
The US cybersecurity agency CISA lists this vulnerability in its catalog of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities. Check your version and patch or mitigate promptly.
- CVE-2008-3431Oracle VirtualBox Insufficient Input Validation Vulnerability
8.8 high · locally only, with a basic account · CISA deadline was 24 Mar 22
Source: CISA KEV. The CVE is matched to the product automatically — when in doubt, the linked NVD entry applies.
VirtualBox at a glance
Oracle VirtualBox is a widely used, free desktop virtualization platform for running virtual machines on Windows, macOS and Linux. Oracle ships regular releases plus quarterly Critical Patch Updates that carry security fixes; as software that runs untrusted guest OSes, those fixes matter.
For admins VirtualBox has had notable security advisories, including guest-to-host escape classes, so apply the quarterly security updates promptly — especially where untrusted guests run. Update the base package and the matching Guest Additions and Extension Pack together (mismatches cause problems), and mind the Extension Pack's licensing for commercial use. Take VM snapshots before larger updates. After updating, verify that VMs still boot and networking works. VirtualBox runs with significant privileges — keep it current and source it officially. Track the version and its support status.
Version history & changelog · as detected by patchletter
| Version | Channel | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.2.16 | STABLE | 19/08/2026 | – |
| 7.2.14 | STABLE | 22/07/2026 | – |
| 7.2.12 | STABLE | 08/07/2026 | – |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the latest version of VirtualBox?
- VirtualBox 7.2.16, released 19/08/2026. patchletter checks the vendor's official source daily for new releases.
- Where can I find the VirtualBox release notes?
- The version history above links to the vendor's official release notes where the vendor publishes them. patchletter deliberately stores no vendor full texts.
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