Exploitation Summary
EIP tracks 1 public exploit for CVE-2026-27495. PoCs published by DexSemon.
AI-analyzed exploit summary This exploit demonstrates a sandbox escape in n8n's JavaScript Task Runner (CVE-2026-27495) by leveraging host-realm object leaks to achieve remote code execution (RCE). The PoC includes both a sandbox escape probe and full RCE payload, with detailed technical analysis of the vulnerability mechanics.
Description
n8n is an open source workflow automation platform. Prior to versions 2.10.1, 2.9.3, and 1.123.22, an authenticated user with permission to create or modify workflows could exploit a vulnerability in the JavaScript Task Runner sandbox to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox boundary. On instances using internal Task Runners (default runner mode), this could result in full compromise of the n8n host. On instances using external Task Runners, the attacker might gain access to or impact other task executed on the Task Runner. Task Runners must be enabled using `N8N_RUNNERS_ENABLED=true`. The issue has been fixed in n8n versions 2.10.1, 2.9.3, and 1.123.22. Users should upgrade to one of these versions or later to remediate the vulnerability. If upgrading is not immediately possible, administrators should consider the following temporary mitigations. Limit workflow creation and editing permissions to fully trusted users only, and/or use external runner mode (`N8N_RUNNERS_MODE=external`) to limit the blast radius. These workarounds do not fully remediate the risk and should only be used as short-term mitigation measures.
Exploits (1)
This exploit demonstrates a sandbox escape in n8n's JavaScript Task Runner (CVE-2026-27495) by leveraging host-realm object leaks to achieve remote code execution (RCE). The PoC includes both a sandbox escape probe and full RCE payload, with detailed technical analysis of the vulnerability mechanics.
References (5)
Scores
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H