Description
OpenClaw before 2026.5.18 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability in exec allowlist glob matching that allows lower-trust callers to execute actions beyond intended authorization. Attackers can craft input paths that traverse the allowlist glob patterns to execute or persist unauthorized actions when the affected feature is enabled.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenClaw | OpenClaw | < 2026.5.18 | 2026.5.18 |
Advisories 1
- WID-SEC-2026-2133 OpenClaw: Mehrere Schwachstellen BSI CERT-Bund (WID) · Jul 16, 2026
References
- GitHub Security Advisory (GHSA-34mr-7r3m-gfg7) vendor-advisory
- VulnCheck Advisory: OpenClaw < 2026.5.18 Authorization Bypass via Glob Matching third-party-advisory