Command Injection Vulnerability in OpenClaw by OpenClaw Inc.
CVE-2026-53822

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Openclaw

Status
Openclaw
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-53822?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.5.18 are susceptible to a command injection vulnerability that arises from a flaw in the shell wrapper's argument handling. This vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate command arguments after an allowlist approval process. As a result, they can execute unauthorized command shapes, effectively bypassing established security measures and potentially compromising the integrity of the system.

Affected Version(s)

OpenClaw 0 < 2026.5.18

OpenClaw 2026.5.18

References

https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/...
vendor-advisory
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-command-arg...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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