Scope Containment Bypass in OpenClaw Device Re-pairing
CVE-2026-53852

2.3LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Openclaw

Status
Openclaw
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-53852?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.4.25 are affected by a vulnerability that allows authenticated operators to bypass intended scope restrictions during device re-pairing. When submitting re-pairing requests without specified scopes, attackers can exploit this flaw to regain unauthorized access to devices. This risk emphasizes the necessity for robust scope validation during re-pairing processes to prevent unwanted access and maintain security integrity.

Affected Version(s)

OpenClaw 0 < 2026.4.25

OpenClaw 2026.4.25

References

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

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
qclawer
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