CVE-2025-55526
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2025-55526 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. n8n-workflows Main Commit ee25413 allows attackers to execute a directory traversal via the download_workflow function within api_server.py. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
n8n-workflows Main Commit ee25413 allows attackers to execute a directory traversal via the download_workflow function within api_server.py
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| N8n | Fastapi | 0.115.14 |
| N8n | Pydantic | 2.11.7 |
| N8n | Uvicorn | 0.35.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Zie619/n8n-workflows/issues/48Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-55526?
n8n-workflows Main Commit ee25413 allows attackers to execute a directory traversal via the download_workflow function within api_server.py
How severe is CVE-2025-55526?
CVE-2025-55526 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-55526?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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