Langflow is vulnerable to arbitrary file write and arbitrary file deletion due to unvalidated paths in file-processing components (CVE-2026-9138) | HOL Guard CVE

Unknown severity · Source severity not reportedCVE-2026-9138

Langflow is vulnerable to arbitrary file write and arbitrary file deletion due to unvalidated paths in file-processing components

Answer in brief

CVE-2026-9138 records a Unknown severity vulnerability in Langflow is vulnerable to arbitrary file write and arbitrary file deletion due to unvalidated paths in file-processing components. The current sources do not mark it as known exploited. The current feed maps IBM/Langflow OSS (generic). Check affected ranges and fixed versions before updating.

Analysis pending evidence review

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Published Sep 4, 2026Updated Sep 4, 2026Source checked Sep 4, 2026First seen by HOL Sep 4, 2026Material review Sep 4, 2026

Upstream Advisory

Key facts

Risk: Unknown severitySource severity not reported
Exploitation: Not marked as known exploited
Affected software: 1 mapped package or product
Fix availability: Not reported

Why this deserves its current priority

A CVSS score is not reported in the current record. The current sources do not mark it as known exploited. Treat this as a source-backed prioritization signal, not a statement about your environment.

Analysis status

Analysis pending evidence review

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Affected scope and exposure questions

The current feed maps IBM/Langflow OSS (generic). Check affected ranges and fixed versions before updating.

Mapped affected packages and fixed versions
Package	Affected range	Fixed version
IBM/Langflow OSSgeneric	1.0.0	Not reported

Recommended response

Check inventory. Check lockfiles and deployed manifests for IBM/Langflow OSS.
Review the reported fix. Monitor this advisory for an available fix and review any installs of the affected package.

Evidence timeline and material changes

Published upstream
Sep 4, 2026
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Source modified
Sep 4, 2026
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First seen by HOL
Sep 4, 2026

Sources and claim methodology

Source referenceibm.com

Upstream source description

IBM Langflow OSS 1.0.0 through 1.11.2 Langflow could allow an authenticated attacker to write arbitrary files to the server due to improper input validation in the SaveToFileComponent. The application constructs local file paths using attacker‑controlled input without sufficient sanitization when handling requests to the /api/v1/run/{flow_id} endpoint. An attacker with low‑privileged authenticated access (such as a valid API key or user session) can supply crafted path values, including absolute paths or path traversal sequences, allowing arbitrary file writes to locations writable by the Langflow process. Successful exploitation may lead to unauthorized file creation or modification, potentially resulting in further compromise depending on the deployment environment.

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