OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.24 contain an improper path validation vulnerability in sandbox media handling that allows absolute paths under the host temporary directory outside the active sandbox root. Attackers can exploit this by providing malicious media references to read and exfiltrate arbitrary files from the host temporary directory through attachment delivery mechanisms.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
None
No additional conditions
Privileges Required
Low
Basic privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
None
No 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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2026.2.24
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References 5
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/79a7b3d22ef92e36a4031093d80a0acb0d8…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/d3da67c7a9b463edc1a9b1c1f7af107a34c…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/def993dbd843ff28f2b3bad5cc24603874b…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-33hm-cq8r-wc49
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-arbitrary-file-read-via-improper-…
disclosure@vulncheck.com