7-Zip updates
From Updates, in the HARD wiki · Updated
This article is about security updates for 7-Zip. For every product, see Updates.
The latest version of 7-Zip is 26.03, which Igor Pavlov released on 3 Sep 2026. It fixes 1 security flaw.[1] None of its fixes is known to be used in attacks yet. Automatic updates will install it for you.
Since June 2026, Igor Pavlov has put out 2 7-Zip security releases.
Should you update your 7-Zip?
Yes, soon. 7-Zip 26.03 came out on 3 Sep 2026. None of its 1 fixes is known to be used in attacks yet. Its page lists what each fix covers.
How to update
- Go to 7-zip.org and download the 64-bit Windows version at the top.7-Zip has no updater of its own, so this is the only way to get fixes.
- Run the download and click Install.It installs over the old version and keeps your settings.
To see which version you have: Open 7-Zip File Manager and choose Help → About 7-Zip: the version is on the first line.
Every release
Every 7-Zip security release since June 2026, newest first.
| Release | Date | Fixes | Used in attacks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-Zip 26.03 | 1 | – | |
| 7-Zip 26.02 | 1 | – |
References
- ^ Igor Pavlov. “7-Zip history”, each release’s notes.