ZDI-26-229: OpenClaw Client PKCE Verifier Information Disclosure Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose stored credentials on affected installations of OpenClaw. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must initiate an OAuth authorization flow. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 5.3. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2026-3691.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in OpenClaw's OAuth authorization implementation exposes sensitive data, including stored credentials, in the authorization URL query string. Remote attackers can exploit this flaw by tricking a user into initiating an OAuth authorization flow, leading to credential disclosure. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.3, indicating a moderate severity level. OpenClaw has released a security update to fix this issue, as detailed in their GitHub security advisory.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to disclosure of stored credentials, potentially enabling further compromise of the affected system or user accounts. The vulnerability does not affect integrity or availability but impacts confidentiality. User interaction is required, which limits the ease of exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
OpenClaw has issued an official update that corrects this vulnerability. Users and administrators should apply the update provided by OpenClaw as soon as possible to remediate the issue. No additional mitigation steps are indicated by the vendor advisory.
ZDI-26-229: OpenClaw Client PKCE Verifier Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose stored credentials on affected installations of OpenClaw. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must initiate an OAuth authorization flow. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 5.3. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2026-3691.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in OpenClaw's OAuth authorization implementation exposes sensitive data, including stored credentials, in the authorization URL query string. Remote attackers can exploit this flaw by tricking a user into initiating an OAuth authorization flow, leading to credential disclosure. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.3, indicating a moderate severity level. OpenClaw has released a security update to fix this issue, as detailed in their GitHub security advisory.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to disclosure of stored credentials, potentially enabling further compromise of the affected system or user accounts. The vulnerability does not affect integrity or availability but impacts confidentiality. User interaction is required, which limits the ease of exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
OpenClaw has issued an official update that corrects this vulnerability. Users and administrators should apply the update provided by OpenClaw as soon as possible to remediate the issue. No additional mitigation steps are indicated by the vendor advisory.
Technical Details
- Article Source
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Threat ID: 6a15fc93e29bf47b5055e211
Added to database: 5/26/2026, 8:03:31 PM
Last enriched: 5/26/2026, 8:16:29 PM
Last updated: 5/27/2026, 4:50:14 AM
Views: 3
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