OpenClaw through 2026.3.23 (fixed in commit 4797bbc) contains a path traversal vulnerability in media parsing that allows attackers to read arbitrary files by bypassing path validation in the isLikelyLocalPath() and isValidMedia() functions. Attackers can exploit incomplete validation and the allowBareFilename bypass to reference files outside the intended application sandbox, resulting in disclosure of sensitive information including system files, environment files, and SSH keys.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
None
No additional conditions
Privileges Required
None
No 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) |
|---|---|---|
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Openclaw Openclaw
cpe:2.3:a:openclaw:openclaw:*:*:*:*:*:node.js:*:*
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<= 2026.3.23
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References 4
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/4797bbc5b96e2cca5532e43b58915c05174…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/pull/54642
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-f6pf-4gjx-c94r
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-media-parsing-path-traversal-to-a…
disclosure@vulncheck.com