OpenClaw before 2026.9.4 contains an incorrect authorization vulnerability in the mcp.app.view method that allows read-scoped operators to execute… (CVE-2026-102807)
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.9.4 have an authorization vulnerability in the mcp.app.view method. This flaw allows users with operator.read tokens to perform actions that require operator.write scope by obtaining and redeeming a standalone ticket. This enables unauthorized invocation of state-changing tools without proper authorization checks.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability in OpenClaw before version 2026.9.4 is an incorrect authorization issue in the mcp.app.view method. It permits attackers holding operator.read tokens to escalate privileges by obtaining a standalone ticket from the mcp.app.view endpoint and redeeming it to invoke tools that normally require operator.write scope. This bypasses intended authorization controls, allowing state-changing operations without proper permissions.
Potential Impact
Attackers with only read-scoped operator tokens can perform state-changing operations that should require write permissions. This leads to unauthorized modification of application state, potentially impacting integrity. There is no confidentiality or availability impact reported. The CVSS score is 5.3 (medium severity) reflecting the moderate impact on integrity with network attack vector and high attack complexity.
Mitigation Recommendations
A fix is available in OpenClaw version 2026.9.4. Users should upgrade to this version or later to remediate the incorrect authorization vulnerability. No other mitigation guidance is provided or required.
OpenClaw before 2026.9.4 contains an incorrect authorization vulnerability in the mcp.app.view method that allows read-scoped operators to execute… (CVE-2026-102807)
Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.9.4 have an authorization vulnerability in the mcp.app.view method. This flaw allows users with operator.read tokens to perform actions that require operator.write scope by obtaining and redeeming a standalone ticket. This enables unauthorized invocation of state-changing tools without proper authorization checks.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.3medium
Affected software
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Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability in OpenClaw before version 2026.9.4 is an incorrect authorization issue in the mcp.app.view method. It permits attackers holding operator.read tokens to escalate privileges by obtaining a standalone ticket from the mcp.app.view endpoint and redeeming it to invoke tools that normally require operator.write scope. This bypasses intended authorization controls, allowing state-changing operations without proper permissions.
Potential Impact
Attackers with only read-scoped operator tokens can perform state-changing operations that should require write permissions. This leads to unauthorized modification of application state, potentially impacting integrity. There is no confidentiality or availability impact reported. The CVSS score is 5.3 (medium severity) reflecting the moderate impact on integrity with network attack vector and high attack complexity.
Mitigation Recommendations
A fix is available in OpenClaw version 2026.9.4. Users should upgrade to this version or later to remediate the incorrect authorization vulnerability. No other mitigation guidance is provided or required.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-3xrq-g42v-gh57
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-102807"]
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6abc27b6680226ef6846f527
Added to database: 09/29/2026, 21:03:50 UTC
Last enriched: 09/29/2026, 21:14:56 UTC
Last updated: 09/30/2026, 03:11:52 UTC
Views: 3
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