CVE-2026-72773: n8n before 2.32.1 Path Traversal via computer-use search_files
n8n before 2.31.5 and 2.32.x before 2.32.1 contain a path-confinement bypass in the @n8n/computer-use file-search (searchfiles) tool. A crafted search pattern can bypass the base-directory confinement check and expand to locations outside the configured directory, causing the tool to return the names and contents of arbitrary local files readable by the daemon's OS user. Any deployment where an actor can influence the tool's search input is affected.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
n8nto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.31.5 - Upgrade
Upgrade
n8nto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.32.1 - Compensating control
Prevent untrusted actors from influencing the tool's search input used by @n8n/computer-use file-search (search_files), since any deployment where an actor can influence the search input is affected.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-72773?
CVE-2026-72773 has a risk rating of 65, indicating a medium severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2026-72773?
To fix CVE-2026-72773, upgrade n8n to version 2.32.1 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2026-72773?
CVE-2026-72773 affects n8n versions before 2.32.1, specifically versions 2.31.5 and 2.32.x up to 2.32.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-72773?
CVE-2026-72773 is classified as a Path Traversal vulnerability.
What can attackers achieve with CVE-2026-72773?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2026-72773 to access files outside the configured directory by crafting a malicious search pattern.