GHSA-ww99-rc68-x2pj
OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.18 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability in the device-pair approval feature. This flaw allows lower-trust callers to perform actions beyond their intended permissions by exploiting misconfigured input paths. The vulnerability is present when the affected feature is enabled and reachable, potentially leading to unauthorized execution or persistence of actions.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-62223 describes an authorization bypass vulnerability (CWE-863) in OpenClaw's device-pair approval feature prior to version 2026.5.18. The vulnerability arises from improper authorization checks that allow lower-trust callers to execute or maintain unauthorized actions by exploiting misconfigured input paths. This issue requires the feature to be enabled and accessible to be exploitable. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch or official remediation has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized execution or persistence of actions beyond the caller's intended authorization level. This could compromise system integrity or security controls related to device pairing. The vulnerability is rated high severity, indicating significant risk if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, review and restrict access to the device-pair approval feature, ensure proper configuration to minimize exposure, and monitor for unusual activity related to device pairing operations.
GHSA-ww99-rc68-x2pj
Description
OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.18 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability in the device-pair approval feature. This flaw allows lower-trust callers to perform actions beyond their intended permissions by exploiting misconfigured input paths. The vulnerability is present when the affected feature is enabled and reachable, potentially leading to unauthorized execution or persistence of actions.
CVSS v4.0
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-62223 describes an authorization bypass vulnerability (CWE-863) in OpenClaw's device-pair approval feature prior to version 2026.5.18. The vulnerability arises from improper authorization checks that allow lower-trust callers to execute or maintain unauthorized actions by exploiting misconfigured input paths. This issue requires the feature to be enabled and accessible to be exploitable. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch or official remediation has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized execution or persistence of actions beyond the caller's intended authorization level. This could compromise system integrity or security controls related to device pairing. The vulnerability is rated high severity, indicating significant risk if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, review and restrict access to the device-pair approval feature, ensure proper configuration to minimize exposure, and monitor for unusual activity related to device pairing operations.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-ww99-rc68-x2pj
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-62223"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a5a009c91ae9bcd3f7eec6f
Added to database: 07/17/2026, 10:14:52 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 08:54:09 UTC
Last updated: 07/18/2026, 08:56:24 UTC
Views: 3
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