OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.22 with the optional BlueBubbles plugin contain an access control bypass vulnerability where empty allowFrom configuration causes dmPolicy pairing and allowlist restrictions to be ineffective. Remote attackers can send direct messages to BlueBubbles accounts by exploiting the misconfigured allowlist validation logic to bypass intended sender authorization checks.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
Present
Additional conditions required
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
Low
Partial data leak
Integrity
Low
Partial data modification
Availability
None
No disruption
CVSS Vector v4.0
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 1
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
|
Openclaw Openclaw
cpe:2.3:a:openclaw:openclaw:*:*:*:*:*:node.js:*:*
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2026.2.22
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References 6
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/2ba6de7eaad812e5e8603018e14e54e96bd…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/4540790cb62412676f7b61cfc6e47443f84…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/51c0893673de8e5cea64e64351dbfa4680b…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/9632b9bcf032c5f2280c3103961fde912ab…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-jwf4-8wf4-jf2m
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-bluebubbles-access-control-bypass…
disclosure@vulncheck.com