Authorization Bypass Vulnerability in OpenClaw by OpenClaw
CVE-2026-62223

7.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Openclaw

Status
Openclaw
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-62223?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.5.18 are vulnerable to an authorization bypass in the device-pair approval feature. This vulnerability allows lower-trust callers to perform actions that exceed their designated permissions. Attackers can manipulate misconfigured input paths to execute unauthorized actions, making this a critical concern for users who have enabled the affected feature. Immediate review and updates to the system configurations are recommended to mitigate risks.

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-authorizati...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
7.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Ellahinator
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