CVE-2026-7872: Path Traversal Vulnerability in File Component Leading to Arbitrary File Read and Authentication Bypass

Published Jul 2, 2026
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Updated

IBM Langflow OSS 1.0.0 through 1.10.0 allows an authenticated attacker to read arbitrary files including the JWT signing key and forge authentication tokens for any user.

Other sources

Langflow OSS allows an authenticated attacker to read arbitrary files including the JWT signing key and forge authentication tokens for any user.

IBM

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM Langflow OSS>=1.0.0<=1.10.0
IBM Langflow OSS<=1.0.0-1.10.0
All of the following
Langflow Langflow>=1.0.0<1.10.1
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade langflow OSS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.10.1

Event History

Jul 2, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Jul 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-7872?

The severity of CVE-2026-7872 is rated high with a score of 8.1.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-7872?

To fix CVE-2026-7872, upgrade to a patched version of IBM Langflow OSS that addresses the path traversal vulnerability.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-7872?

The potential impacts of CVE-2026-7872 include arbitrary file reads, exposure of the JWT signing key, and the ability to forge authentication tokens.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-7872?

Authenticated users of IBM Langflow OSS versions 1.0.0 through 1.10.0 are affected by CVE-2026-7872.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2026-7872?

CVE-2026-7872 is a path traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to access restricted files on the server.

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