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CVE-2026-21877

N8n code injection

9.9 CRITICALEPSS 5.45%
  1. Published8 Jan 2026

Description

n8n is an open source workflow automation platform. In versions 0.121.2 and below, an authenticated attacker may be able to execute malicious code using the n8n service. This could result in full compromise and can impact both self-hosted and n8n Cloud instances. This issue is fixed in version 1.121.3. Administrators can reduce exposure by disabling the Git node and limiting access for untrusted users, but upgrading to the latest version is recommended.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeChanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

N8n≥ 0.123.0 < 1.121.3

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-21877 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-21877 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 5.45%.

How severe is CVE-2026-21877?

CVE-2026-21877 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.9, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 5.45% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-21877?

Affected products include N8n.

How do I fix CVE-2026-21877?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example N8n 1.121.3 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

How Secuno handles this

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.