CVE-2026-27967
High
Description
Zed, a code editor, has a symlink escape vulnerability in versions prior to 0.225.9 in Agent file tools (`read_file`, `edit_file`). It allows reading and writing files **outside the project directory** when a project contains symbolic links pointing to external paths. This bypasses the intended workspace boundary and privacy protections (`file_scan_exclusions`, `private_files`), potentially leaking sensitive user data to the LLM. Version 0.225.9 fixes the issue.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.1
Exploit probability—
ProductZed
PublishedFeb 26, 2026
First seenFeb 26, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-59Improper link resolution
How to fix
Update
- zed zed0.225.9 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| zed zed | v < 0.225.9 | 0.225.9 |
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