GHSA-83w9-h5wv-j9xm: OpenClaw: Node pairing reconnection could confuse approval scope state
A vulnerability in OpenClaw's node pairing feature allows reconnection events to confuse the approval scope state, potentially broadening node authority beyond operator intent. This affects versions prior to 2026.5.27. The issue does not alter the trusted-operator model but can impact configurations where lower-trust inputs reach the affected feature. Operators should revoke unexpected node pairings and re-pair only trusted nodes until patched. The vulnerability is rated high severity.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.27 contain a vulnerability where node pairing reconnection can mutate the pairing state, causing the approval scope decision to be confused. This can result in nodes gaining broader authority than intended by the operator. The vulnerability is scoped to the node pairing feature and does not affect the overall trusted-operator model. The practical impact depends on operator configuration and exposure of the affected feature to lower-trust inputs. The vulnerability is tracked as CWE-367 (Time-of-check Time-of-use Race Condition) and has a CVSS 4.0 vector indicating network attack vector, low attack complexity, partial privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality and integrity.
Potential Impact
When the affected feature is enabled and accessible, an attacker or unintended node reconnection could cause the system to grant broader node authority than intended by the operator. This could lead to unauthorized actions within the scope of the node pairing feature. The actual impact depends on the operator's configuration and whether untrusted inputs can reach the vulnerable code path.
Mitigation Recommendations
A patch is available in OpenClaw version 2026.5.27. Until upgrading, operators should revoke any unexpected node pairings and re-pair only trusted nodes. Additionally, operators should keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing a Gateway between mutually untrusted users, and disable the affected node pairing feature when it is not needed.
GHSA-83w9-h5wv-j9xm: OpenClaw: Node pairing reconnection could confuse approval scope state
Description
A vulnerability in OpenClaw's node pairing feature allows reconnection events to confuse the approval scope state, potentially broadening node authority beyond operator intent. This affects versions prior to 2026.5.27. The issue does not alter the trusted-operator model but can impact configurations where lower-trust inputs reach the affected feature. Operators should revoke unexpected node pairings and re-pair only trusted nodes until patched. The vulnerability is rated high severity.
CVSS v4.0
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Technical Analysis
OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.27 contain a vulnerability where node pairing reconnection can mutate the pairing state, causing the approval scope decision to be confused. This can result in nodes gaining broader authority than intended by the operator. The vulnerability is scoped to the node pairing feature and does not affect the overall trusted-operator model. The practical impact depends on operator configuration and exposure of the affected feature to lower-trust inputs. The vulnerability is tracked as CWE-367 (Time-of-check Time-of-use Race Condition) and has a CVSS 4.0 vector indicating network attack vector, low attack complexity, partial privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality and integrity.
Potential Impact
When the affected feature is enabled and accessible, an attacker or unintended node reconnection could cause the system to grant broader node authority than intended by the operator. This could lead to unauthorized actions within the scope of the node pairing feature. The actual impact depends on the operator's configuration and whether untrusted inputs can reach the vulnerable code path.
Mitigation Recommendations
A patch is available in OpenClaw version 2026.5.27. Until upgrading, operators should revoke any unexpected node pairings and re-pair only trusted nodes. Additionally, operators should keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing a Gateway between mutually untrusted users, and disable the affected node pairing feature when it is not needed.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-83w9-h5wv-j9xm
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a46eccf27e9c7971943f14f
Added to database: 07/02/2026, 22:57:19 UTC
Last enriched: 07/02/2026, 23:20:57 UTC
Last updated: 07/03/2026, 00:01:46 UTC
Views: 3
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