CVE-2026-53811: OpenClaw · Matrix allowFrom could bind to mutable display names
Affects openclaw-cliSource GCVE Database
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.8 High : upgrade to 2026.5.7 soon.
Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 06:59 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 23% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 2026.5.7
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 13 Aug 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponized: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 29 Oct 2026.
What to do
Upgrade openclaw and openclaw-cli to 2026.5.7.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| npmopenclaw | Affected
| Fixed in
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Homebrewopenclaw-clipkg:brew/openclaw-cliOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in
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AI-suggested
A patch is available in OpenClaw CLI version 2026.5.7. Until patched, use stable Matrix user IDs in allowlists rather than mutable display names. Additionally, keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing one Gateway between mutually untrusted users, and disable the affected feature when it is not needed.
Description
OpenClaw CLI's Matrix allowFrom feature could bind to mutable display names, allowing a Matrix account that can change display name metadata to match a policy entry through mutable display metadata. This vulnerability affects versions prior to 2026.5.7 and could lead to unauthorized agent access intended for another Matrix identity. The issue does not alter OpenClaw's trusted-operator model but depends on operator configuration and input trust levels. A patch is available in version 2026.5.7.
References
- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-7hxm-f538-3xp6 (opens in a new tab)
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-53811 (opens in a new tab)
- github.com/openclaw/openclaw (opens in a new tab)
- vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-privilege-escalation-via-mutable-display-names-in-matrix-allowfrom (opens in a new tab)