Vulnerability Description
n8n versions before 1.123.73, 2.35.4, and 2.36.2 pass message content in the Gmail (v1) and Brevo nodes to the mail composer without verifying it is a string. An authenticated user able to run a workflow can supply an expression that resolves to an object carrying a path or href property, causing the composer to read a local file accessible to the n8n process or fetch an internal URL (SSRF) and attach the result to the outgoing message.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| N8N | N8N | < 1.123.73 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/n8n-io/n8n/security/advisories/GHSA-95ph-833c-4wrpMitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/n8n-before-1.123.73-local-file-read-and-ssrThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-85170?
CVE-2026-85170 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). n8n versions before 1.123.73, 2.35.4, and 2.36.2 pass message content in the Gmail (v1) and Brevo nodes to the mail composer without verifying it is a string. An authenticated user able to run a workf...
How severe is CVE-2026-85170?
CVE-2026-85170 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-85170?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: N8N N8N.