GHSA-7m8v-vm4p-2vf4
OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.22 have a vulnerability in the setup-mode discovery process that permits loading untrusted workspace plugins. This flaw allows attackers with lower-trust caller access or control over configured input paths to execute or maintain actions beyond their authorized level.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability in OpenClaw prior to version 2026.5.22 involves the setup-mode discovery mechanism, which improperly allows loading of untrusted workspace plugins. This can be exploited by attackers who have limited trust or control over certain input paths to escalate their privileges or persist unauthorized actions. The issue is categorized under CWE-829, indicating an inclusion of functionality from untrusted control. No patch links are provided, and the software is not a cloud service, so remediation status is not confirmed.
Potential Impact
Attackers with lower-trust caller access or control over configured input paths can execute or persist actions beyond their intended authorization level, potentially leading to unauthorized code execution or privilege escalation within the affected OpenClaw environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or patch links are provided, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Until a fix is available, restrict access to setup-mode discovery and control input paths to trusted users only.
GHSA-7m8v-vm4p-2vf4
Description
OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.22 have a vulnerability in the setup-mode discovery process that permits loading untrusted workspace plugins. This flaw allows attackers with lower-trust caller access or control over configured input paths to execute or maintain actions beyond their authorized level.
CVSS v4.0
Affected software
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Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability in OpenClaw prior to version 2026.5.22 involves the setup-mode discovery mechanism, which improperly allows loading of untrusted workspace plugins. This can be exploited by attackers who have limited trust or control over certain input paths to escalate their privileges or persist unauthorized actions. The issue is categorized under CWE-829, indicating an inclusion of functionality from untrusted control. No patch links are provided, and the software is not a cloud service, so remediation status is not confirmed.
Potential Impact
Attackers with lower-trust caller access or control over configured input paths can execute or persist actions beyond their intended authorization level, potentially leading to unauthorized code execution or privilege escalation within the affected OpenClaw environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or patch links are provided, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Until a fix is available, restrict access to setup-mode discovery and control input paths to trusted users only.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-7m8v-vm4p-2vf4
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-62222"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a5a009d91ae9bcd3f7eecd6
Added to database: 07/17/2026, 10:14:53 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 08:54:04 UTC
Last updated: 07/18/2026, 08:58:20 UTC
Views: 5
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