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9.4

n8n may allow unauthorized code execution

published 9 days ago
Summary

The n8n workflow automation tool includes a component called vm2 that, in versions before 3, can be bypassed to run code outside its intended sandbox. This could let an attacker execute commands on your server, potentially compromising data or services. Update n8n to a version that includes vm2 3 or later, or apply any provided patches as soon as possible.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart n8n to version 2.28.0-r5.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart n8n < 2.28.0-r5
Fix: upgrade to 2.28.0-r5
Original advisory text
vm2 before 3
Security vulnerability affects the n8n package. vm2 before 3.
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.4 Critical
Timeline
Published10 Oct 2026
Updated10 Oct 2026
First seen10 Oct 2026
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