Parallels Tools break mouse input on macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 (Intel Mac)

RonaldF6

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Hello,
I am running Parallels Desktop 26.3.3 (57507) Pro Edition on a MacBook Pro 16" 2019 (Intel Core i9) with macOS Tahoe 26.5.1.
My virtual machine is Windows 11.

Problem: After installing Parallels Tools, the mouse completely stops working inside the Windows VM. The cursor disappears and has no function. Without Parallels Tools installed, the mouse works but requires Ctrl+Option to release it each time.

What I tried:
  • Reinstalling Parallels Tools multiple times (normal and as Administrator)
  • Reinstalling Parallels Tools in Windows Safe Mode → installation fails with error
  • Switching graphics mode (Retina / Scaled)
  • Checking all macOS privacy permissions (Accessibility, Screen Recording, Input Monitoring) → all enabled for Parallels Desktop
  • Enabling "Screen Recording" permission for Parallels Desktop in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 fixed partial mouse issues but Tools still break the mouse
Current workaround: Parallels Tools uninstalled, using Ctrl+Option to release mouse.

Question: Is this a known bug with Parallels Tools on macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 on Intel Macs? Is a fix planned?

Thank you!
 
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