CVE-2026-28473
Authorization Bypass in OpenClaw Exec Approval via /approve Command
Publication date: 2026-03-05
Last updated on: 2026-03-11
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-863 | The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. |
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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 authorization bypass. Specifically, clients who have the operator.write scope can approve or deny exec approval requests by using the /approve chat command. This command triggers the exec.approval.resolve function through an internal privileged gateway client, which bypasses the usual operator.approvals permission check that normally protects direct RPC calls.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability is significant because it allows clients with operator.write scope to bypass permission checks and approve or deny exec approval requests without proper authorization. This can lead to unauthorized execution approvals, potentially allowing attackers to perform privileged actions or escalate their privileges within the system.
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