Replay Vulnerability in OpenClaw Package: Node Exec Approvals

openclaw Updated 04 Mar 2026

Summary

02/03/2026

Disclosed on

MODERATE

Severity

Yes i

Fix available

Moderate

Severity

6.9

CVSS Score

GHSA-6x2m-hqfw-hvpj: OpenClaw: Node exec approvals could be replayed across nodes. Affects openclaw versions < 2026.2.23. Fixed in 2026.2.23. How to fix ↓

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Background

OpenClaw is an open-source package designed for managing and executing system commands across a fleet of nodes in a controlled environment. It allows operators to run commands remotely, facilitating automation and management tasks. However, a recent vulnerability has been identified that could allow unauthorized command execution across different nodes, posing a security risk to users relying on this package.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability arises from the lack of explicit binding of exec.approval requests to the target nodeId. This means that an approval intended for one node could potentially be replayed for another node within the same operator-controlled gateway fleet. If an operator approves a system.run request, this approval could be reused across nodes if the request payload does not carry node identity through the approval and execution checks. This could lead to unauthorized command execution, compromising the security of the system.

How To Fix

Latest published version: 2026.10.6 as of 22 Oct 2026

npm install openclaw@2026.10.6

Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.

If you need the minimum change

2026.2.23

This is the first release that contains the fix.

npm install openclaw@2026.2.23

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Workaround

Currently, there are no specific workarounds mentioned for this vulnerability. The best course of action is to apply the patch by upgrading to the fixed version.

Conclusion

In summary, the OpenClaw package has a vulnerability that allows for the replay of node exec approvals, which could lead to unauthorized command execution. Users are advised to upgrade to version 2026.2.23 or later to mitigate this risk. Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.

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