Path traversal flaw in AI dev platform Langflow exploited in attacks

Path traversal flaw in AI dev platform Langflow exploited in attacks
Attackers are exploiting CVE-2026-5027 in Langflow to write arbitrary files on exposed servers by abusing a path traversal flaw in the file upload endpoint. Researchers say unauthenticated access makes exploitation easier, and users should upgrade to the latest patched release. #CVE-2026-5027 #Langflow #Tenable #Snyk #VulnCheck #CaitlinCondon #Censys

Keypoints

  • Attackers are exploiting CVE-2026-5027 in Langflow.
  • The flaw allows arbitrary file writes through path traversal in file uploads.
  • The vulnerable /api/v2/files endpoint fails to sanitize the filename parameter.
  • Langflow’s default unauthenticated auto-login can let attackers reach the endpoint without credentials.
  • Users are advised to upgrade to Langflow version 1.10.0.

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