CVE-2026-26938 Details
Description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements Used in a Template Engine (CWE-1336) exists in Workflows in Kibana which could allow an attacker to read arbitrary files from the Kibana server filesystem, and perform Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) via Code Injection (CAPEC-242). This requires an authenticated user who has the workflowsManagement:executeWorkflow privilege.
A vulnerability exists in the Workflows feature of Elastic Kibana 9.3.0, allowing authenticated users with the 'workflowsManagement:executeWorkflow' privilege to read arbitrary files from the Kibana server filesystem and perform Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) via code injection. This issue arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in a template engine, and the Workflows feature must be specifically enabled within Advanced Settings, as it is turned off by default.
Users can upgrade to Kibana 9.3.1, where this vulnerability is resolved. For those unable to upgrade, the Workflows feature can be disabled.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Feb 27, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://discuss.elastic.co/t/kibana-9-3-1-security-update-esa-2026-17/385253 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-1336 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements Used in a Template Engine | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| elastic kibana | 9.3.0 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 26, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |