CVE-2026-25052
Critical
Description
n8n is an open source workflow automation platform. Prior to versions 1.123.18 and 2.5.0, a vulnerability in the file access controls allows authenticated users with permission to create or modify workflows to read sensitive files from the n8n host system. This can be exploited to obtain critical configuration data and user credentials, leading to complete account takeover of any user on the instance. This issue has been patched in versions 1.123.18 and 2.5.0.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.9
Exploit probability—
Product
N8n
PublishedFeb 4, 2026
First seenFeb 4, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-367CWE-367
How to fix
Update
- n8n n8n1.123.18, 2.5.0 or later
- n8n2.5.0, 1.123.18 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| n8n n8n | v < 1.123.18, 2.0.0 ≤ v < 2.5.0 | 1.123.18, 2.5.0 |
| n8nnpm | 2.0.0 ≤ v < 2.5.0, v < 1.123.18 | 2.5.0, 1.123.18 |
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