GHSA-qhh8-mfpm-5j6c
OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.8 have an authorization bypass vulnerability in OpenAI-compatible HTTP model overrides. This flaw allows lower-trust callers to perform actions that normally require stronger authorization. Exploitation involves misconfigured input paths that bypass admin authorization policies and enable execution of restricted operations.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-62186 describes an authorization bypass vulnerability in OpenClaw prior to version 2026.6.8. The vulnerability exists in the handling of OpenAI-compatible HTTP model overrides, where insufficient authorization checks allow lower-trust users to perform actions reserved for higher-privileged users. Attackers can exploit misconfigured input paths to circumvent admin authorization policies and execute restricted operations. This is classified under CWE-862 (Missing Authorization). No patch or official fix information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with lower trust levels to bypass authorization controls and perform restricted administrative actions. This could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive operations within OpenClaw, potentially compromising system integrity and security.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, review and correct any misconfigured input paths related to OpenAI-compatible HTTP model overrides to ensure proper authorization enforcement. Limit access to affected components to trusted users only.
GHSA-qhh8-mfpm-5j6c
Description
OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.8 have an authorization bypass vulnerability in OpenAI-compatible HTTP model overrides. This flaw allows lower-trust callers to perform actions that normally require stronger authorization. Exploitation involves misconfigured input paths that bypass admin authorization policies and enable execution of restricted operations.
CVSS v4.0
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-62186 describes an authorization bypass vulnerability in OpenClaw prior to version 2026.6.8. The vulnerability exists in the handling of OpenAI-compatible HTTP model overrides, where insufficient authorization checks allow lower-trust users to perform actions reserved for higher-privileged users. Attackers can exploit misconfigured input paths to circumvent admin authorization policies and execute restricted operations. This is classified under CWE-862 (Missing Authorization). No patch or official fix information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with lower trust levels to bypass authorization controls and perform restricted administrative actions. This could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive operations within OpenClaw, potentially compromising system integrity and security.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, review and correct any misconfigured input paths related to OpenAI-compatible HTTP model overrides to ensure proper authorization enforcement. Limit access to affected components to trusted users only.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-qhh8-mfpm-5j6c
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-62186"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a55ff8368715ace432f420d
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 09:21:07 UTC
Last enriched: 07/14/2026, 09:42:46 UTC
Last updated: 07/18/2026, 12:45:58 UTC
Views: 5
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