CVE-2026-59206

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.66%

Last modified

CVE-2026-59206 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. n8n is an open source workflow automation platform. Prior to 1.123.61, 2.27.4, and, 2.28.1, an authenticated user with the default workflow:create permission could pollute Object.prototype through a crafted workflow saved, updated, or imported via the workflow API, allowing unauthenticated requests to be treated as a privileged user and exposing user and project listing endpoints. EPSS estimates a 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

n8n is an open source workflow automation platform. Prior to 1.123.61, 2.27.4, and, 2.28.1, an authenticated user with the default workflow:create permission could pollute Object.prototype through a crafted workflow saved, updated, or imported via the workflow API, allowing unauthenticated requests to be treated as a privileged user and exposing user and project listing endpoints. This issue is fixed in versions 1.123.61, 2.27.4, and 2.28.1.

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Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
N8nN8n< 1.123.61
N8nN8n>= 2.0.0, < 2.27.4
N8nN8n2.28.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-59206?
n8n is an open source workflow automation platform. Prior to 1.123.61, 2.27.4, and, 2.28.1, an authenticated user with the default workflow:create permission could pollute Object.prototype through a crafted workflow saved, updated, or imported via the workflow API, allowing unauthenticated requests to be treated as a privileged user and exposing user and project listing endpoints. This issue is fixed in versions 1.123.61, 2.27.4, and 2.28.1.
How severe is CVE-2026-59206?
CVE-2026-59206 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-59206?
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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Source: NVD / NIST