paperless-ngx | v2.20.11

paperless ngx v2 20 11: security fix and recommended update, plus dark mode dropdown, selection, tag rendering and workflow DB filename fixes

paperless-ngx v2.20.11 released on 16-03-2026


paperless-ngx v2.20.11 is out now. Recommended for all users to patch the security issue GHSA-59xh-5vwx-4c4q.

Visit the project’s GitHub release page for full details and upgrade instructions.

What’s in this release

  • Security fix addressing GHSA-59xh-5vwx-4c4q; users should update to v2.20.11 to ensure the vulnerability is patched.
  • Fix for incorrect active colour in dropdown lists when using dark mode (PR #12328), restoring correct visual contrast.
  • Dropdown behaviour improvement: clearing descendant selections when a parent is toggled to prevent hidden or inconsistent child selections (PR #12326).

Upgrade notes

  • No breaking changes are listed in the release notes; updating to v2.20.11 is recommended to apply the security patch and UI fixes. See the GitHub release for the exact changelog.
  • If you need to roll back, revert to your previous deployment artefacts and follow your existing rollback procedure.

Let the community know how the update behaves in your environment — report any regressions or improvements on the project’s issue tracker or release discussion.