Path Traversal Vulnerability in OpenClaw by OpenClaw
CVE-2026-53846

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Openclaw

Status
Openclaw
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-53846?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.4.29 have a path traversal issue in the install helper, allowing unauthorized access to the .env files in workspaces. This vulnerability enables attackers to manipulate the npm_execpath configuration, leading to the execution of unintended local package-manager executables during the dependency setup phase. Such actions can compromise the entire build environment, posing significant risks to application integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

OpenClaw 0 < 2026.4.29

OpenClaw 2026.4.29

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

侯海飞 (@feynman-hou)
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