CVE-2026-28470
Command Injection Allowlist Bypass in OpenClaw Exec Approvals
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-25
Assigner: VulnCheck
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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-88 | The product constructs a string for a command to be executed by a separate component in another control sphere, but it does not properly delimit the intended arguments, options, or switches within that command string. |
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.2 and involves an exec approvals allowlist bypass. When exec approvals are enabled, attackers can inject command substitution syntax such as unescaped $() or backticks inside double-quoted strings. This allows them to bypass the allowlist protection and execute arbitrary commands that are not authorized.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can have a severe impact as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands without proper authorization. This can lead to full system compromise, unauthorized data access, data modification, or disruption of services.
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