Openclaw CVE-2026-28472
HIGH
GHSA-rv39-79c4-7459
CVSS VectorNVD
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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3DescriptionNVD
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.2 contain a vulnerability in the gateway WebSocket connect handshake in which it allows skipping device identity checks when auth.token is present but not validated. Attackers can connect to the gateway without providing device identity or pairing by exploiting the presence check instead of validation, potentially gaining operator access in vulnerable deployments.
AnalysisAI
Openclaw versions up to 2026.2.2 is affected by missing authentication for critical function (CVSS 8.1).
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RemediationAI
Within 24 hours: Inventory all Openclaw deployments and identify affected versions (≤2026.2.2); assess network exposure and restrict access to Openclaw instances where possible. Within 7 days: Apply the available patch to all production systems following change management procedures; prioritize internet-facing or data-sensitive instances first. …
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