OpenClaw versions 2026.1.21 prior to 2026.2.19 contain a path hijacking vulnerability in tools.exec.safeBins that allows attackers to bypass allowlist checks by controlling process PATH resolution. Attackers who can influence the gateway process PATH or launch environment can execute trojan binaries with allowlisted names, such as jq, circumventing executable validation controls.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Local
Requires local access
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
Present
Additional conditions required
Privileges Required
Low
Basic privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
High
Complete data modification
Availability
High
Complete denial of service
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:*:*
|
2026.1.21
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2026.2.19
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References 3
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/28bac46c92069dc728524fbf383024c1b64…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-g75x-8qqm-2vxp
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-path-hijacking-bypass-in-tools-ex…
disclosure@vulncheck.com