CVE-2026-28391
Command Injection in OpenClaw exec Requests Bypassing Allowlist
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-10
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| openclaw | openclaw | to 2026.2.2 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-78 | The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
| CWE-184 | The product implements a protection mechanism that relies on a list of inputs (or properties of inputs) that are not allowed by policy or otherwise require other action to neutralize before additional processing takes place, but the list is incomplete. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.2, where the software fails to properly validate Windows cmd.exe metacharacters in allowlist-gated exec requests.
Because of this improper validation, attackers can bypass command approval restrictions by crafting command strings that include shell metacharacters such as & or %...%.
This allows remote attackers to execute commands that are not approved or intended by the allowlist, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can have a severe impact as it allows remote attackers to execute unapproved commands on the affected system.
This can lead to unauthorized system control, data compromise, or disruption of normal operations.
Given the high CVSS scores (9.2 in v4.0 and 9.8 in v3.1), the impact includes high confidentiality, integrity, and availability risks.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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