Authorization Bypass Vulnerability in OpenClaw Product by OpenClaw
CVE-2026-44991

2.3LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Openclaw

Status
Openclaw
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 May 2026

What is CVE-2026-44991?

A vulnerability in OpenClaw prior to version 2026.4.21 allows non-owner users to bypass owner-enforced slash command authorizations. By configuring wildcard inbound senders without specific owner allow settings, attackers can exploit commands like /send, /config, or /debug on susceptible channels. This flaw permits unauthorized command execution, posing significant security risks for affected users.

Affected Version(s)

OpenClaw 0 < 2026.4.21

OpenClaw 2026.4.21

References

https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/...
vendor-advisory
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/2aa93d44a1b2c...
patch
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/995febb7b1e81...
patch

CVSS V4

Score:
2.3
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

zsx (@zsxsoft)
KeenSecurityLab
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