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GHSA-7f4q-9rqh-x36p

HighCVSS 7.8 / 10
Published Mar 3, 2026·Last modified Mar 30, 2026
Affected Components(0)

No affected components available

Description

Summary

On macOS node-host, optional exec-approval allowlist mode previously treated basename-only entries (for example echo) as trusted command matches. This could allow a same-name local binary (for example ./echo) to run without approval under security=allowlist + ask=on-miss.

Scope / Preconditions

  • macOS node-host path.
  • Optional exec approvals feature enabled with security=allowlist.
  • Basename-only allowlist entries configured.

Default install posture is not impacted: security=deny by default.

Affected Packages / Versions

  • Package: openclaw (npm)
  • Latest published npm version at triage time: 2026.2.21-2
  • Vulnerable range: <=2026.2.21-2
  • Planned patched version (next release): >= 2026.2.22

Remediation

  • Enforced path-only allowlist matching on macOS node-host (basename fallback removed).
  • Added migration for legacy basename allowlist entries to last-resolved paths when available.
  • UI/store validation now rejects non-path allowlist patterns.

Fix Commit(s)

  • dd41fadcaf58fd9deb963d6e163c56161e7b35dd

Release Process Note

Patched version is pre-set for the planned next release (2026.2.22). Once that npm release is out, advisory can be published without further field edits.

OpenClaw thanks @tdjackey for reporting.

Risk Scores
Base Score
7.8

The vulnerability requires local access to the device to be exploited. It is easy for an attacker to exploit this vulnerability. An attacker needs basic access or low-level privileges. No user interaction is needed for the attacker to exploit this vulnerability. The impact is confined to the system where the vulnerability exists. There is a high impact on the confidentiality of the information. There is a high impact on the integrity of the data. There is a high impact on the availability of the system.

Threat Intelligence
7.1

Exploitation activity has been observed. Apply available patches or mitigations urgently.

EPSS
0.12%

The exploit probability is very low. The vulnerability is unlikely to be exploited in the next 30 days.

Exploit
Not available

We did not find any exploit available. Neither in GitHub repositories nor in the Exploit-Database.

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