CVE record
CVE-2026-42232
n8n: XML Node Prototype Pollution to RCE
n8n is an open source workflow automation platform. Prior to versions 1.123.32, 2.17.4, and 2.18.1, an authenticated user with permission to create or modify workflows could achieve global prototype pollution via the XML Node leading to RCE when combined with other nodes exploiting the prototype pollution. This issue has been patched in versions 1.123.32, 2.17.4, and 2.18.1.
CVE evidence
Known exploitation
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Severity
critical
CVSS 9.9 · CVSS_V3
Affected packages
1
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OSV package mapping
Affected open-source packages
| Package | Ecosystem | Fixed versions |
|---|---|---|
| n8n | npm | 2.18.1, 2.17.4, 1.123.32 |