Path Traversal Vulnerability in OpenClaw by OpenClaw
CVE-2026-53865

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Openclaw

Status
Openclaw
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-53865?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.5.2 are susceptible to a path traversal vulnerability. This security flaw arises during maintenance task execution, allowing workspace-derived service paths to manipulate command selection in the trash functionality. As a consequence, attackers may exploit this vulnerability to execute unauthorized local executables from paths that were not intended to be used by the operator, posing a significant threat during maintenance operations.

Affected Version(s)

OpenClaw 0 < 2026.5.2

OpenClaw 2026.5.2

References

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

CVSS V4

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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