paperless-ngx v2.20.11 released on 16-03-2026
paperless-ngx v2.20.11 is out now. It addresses a reported security issue (GHSA-59xh-5vwx-4c4q) and includes fixes to dropdown behaviour, tag display on small cards and workflow filename handling to reduce UI and processing errors.
Users should consult the project’s GitHub release page for the full notes and upgrade guidance.
What’s in this release
- Security fix for the reported issue GHSA-59xh-5vwx-4c4q; upgrade is recommended for all users.
- Dropdown UI fixes: correct active item colour in dark mode and clear descendant selections when a parent option is toggled.
- Tag display on small document cards fixed by resetting the moreTags setting to prevent wrapping and layout breakage.
- Workflow actions no longer use a stale database filename, ensuring workflows reference the current filename during processing.
Upgrade notes
- No breaking changes are listed in the release notes; due to the security fix, upgrade promptly and follow the project’s GitHub release page for exact upgrade steps.
- No specific rollback instructions are provided in the release notes; retain your usual backups and deployment procedure so you can revert if needed.
Let us know how the upgrade goes — share any issues or observations on the project’s GitHub so the community and maintainers can follow up.