CVE-2026-72763: n8n before 1.123.67 Credential Exfiltration via Sub-Workflow

Published Aug 11, 2026
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Updated

n8n before 1.123.67, 2.31.5, and 2.32.1 validates credential-access only for a node's top-level credentials and not for credentials referenced inside an Execute Sub-workflow node's inline workflow JSON. A member with Editor access to a shared workflow (when workflow sharing is enabled) who knows a target credential's ID can reference that credential in the inline JSON; it passes save-time and runtime validation and resolves in the parent workflow's project context, allowing the attacker to use or exfiltrate credentials they are not permitted to access.

Affected Software

6 affected components
n8n n8n<1.123.67
n8n n8n=2.31.5
n8n n8n=2.32.1
n8n N8n Node.js<1.123.67
n8n N8n Node.js>=2.31.0<2.31.5
n8n N8n Node.js=2.32.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade n8n to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.123.67
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade n8n to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.31.5
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade n8n to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.32.1

Event History

Aug 11, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:17 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-72763?

The severity of CVE-2026-72763 is rated at 60.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-72763?

To fix CVE-2026-72763, upgrade n8n to version 1.123.67, 2.31.5, or 2.32.1 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2026-72763?

CVE-2026-72763 allows for credential exfiltration via sub-workflows in n8n.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-72763?

Users of n8n prior to versions 1.123.67, 2.31.5, and 2.32.1 are affected by CVE-2026-72763.

5

What should I do if I am using an affected version regarding CVE-2026-72763?

If using an affected version of n8n, ensure to upgrade to the latest patched version immediately.

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