GHSA-p2fh-f5fc-44hr: OpenClaw: memory-wiki ingest could read local files with operator.write scope
A vulnerability in OpenClaw's memory-wiki ingest feature allows a Gateway caller with operator.write scope to read arbitrary local files instead of being restricted to intended ingest sources. This issue affects versions prior to 2026.5.12. The vulnerability does not alter the trusted-operator security model but can lead to unauthorized local file content being imported into wiki memory if the feature is enabled and accessible. The severity is assessed as medium based on the potential confidentiality impact without integrity or availability effects.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
OpenClaw's memory-wiki ingest feature improperly restricts file access when invoked by a Gateway caller with operator.write permissions. Instead of limiting file reads to designated ingest sources, the feature can read arbitrary local file paths. This vulnerability affects OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.12. The issue is scoped to this feature and does not compromise the overall trusted-operator model, which assumes authenticated operators and installed plugins are trusted. The impact depends on configuration and whether untrusted inputs can reach this ingest path.
Potential Impact
An attacker with operator.write access to the plugin tool can read arbitrary local files on the system, potentially exposing sensitive information. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality but does not affect integrity or availability. The practical risk depends on the operator's configuration and whether untrusted inputs can trigger the vulnerable ingest functionality.
Mitigation Recommendations
Limit memory-wiki write access to trusted operators until a patched OpenClaw release is available. Keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing a Gateway instance among mutually untrusted users, and disable the memory-wiki ingest feature if it is not needed. Update to a patched version once released (versions 2026.5.12 and later). Patch status is not yet confirmed; check the vendor advisory for updates.
GHSA-p2fh-f5fc-44hr: OpenClaw: memory-wiki ingest could read local files with operator.write scope
Description
A vulnerability in OpenClaw's memory-wiki ingest feature allows a Gateway caller with operator.write scope to read arbitrary local files instead of being restricted to intended ingest sources. This issue affects versions prior to 2026.5.12. The vulnerability does not alter the trusted-operator security model but can lead to unauthorized local file content being imported into wiki memory if the feature is enabled and accessible. The severity is assessed as medium based on the potential confidentiality impact without integrity or availability effects.
CVSS v3.1
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
OpenClaw's memory-wiki ingest feature improperly restricts file access when invoked by a Gateway caller with operator.write permissions. Instead of limiting file reads to designated ingest sources, the feature can read arbitrary local file paths. This vulnerability affects OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.12. The issue is scoped to this feature and does not compromise the overall trusted-operator model, which assumes authenticated operators and installed plugins are trusted. The impact depends on configuration and whether untrusted inputs can reach this ingest path.
Potential Impact
An attacker with operator.write access to the plugin tool can read arbitrary local files on the system, potentially exposing sensitive information. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality but does not affect integrity or availability. The practical risk depends on the operator's configuration and whether untrusted inputs can trigger the vulnerable ingest functionality.
Mitigation Recommendations
Limit memory-wiki write access to trusted operators until a patched OpenClaw release is available. Keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing a Gateway instance among mutually untrusted users, and disable the memory-wiki ingest feature if it is not needed. Update to a patched version once released (versions 2026.5.12 and later). Patch status is not yet confirmed; check the vendor advisory for updates.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-p2fh-f5fc-44hr
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a46ecd027e9c7971943f184
Added to database: 07/02/2026, 22:57:20 UTC
Last enriched: 07/02/2026, 23:21:07 UTC
Last updated: 07/02/2026, 23:21:07 UTC
Views: 2
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