CVE-2026-32008
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Improper URL Validation in OpenClaw Enables Local File Access

Publication date: 2026-03-19

Last updated on: 2026-03-23

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 contain an improper URL scheme validation vulnerability in the assertBrowserNavigationAllowed() function that allows authenticated users with browser-tool access to navigate to file:// URLs. Attackers can exploit this by accessing local files readable by the OpenClaw process user through browser snapshot and extraction actions to exfiltrate sensitive data.

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Published
2026-03-19
Last Modified
2026-03-23
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-03-20
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-05
NVD
CVE-2026-32008

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Vendor Product Version / Range
openclaw openclaw to 2026.2.21 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-610 The product uses an externally controlled name or reference that resolves to a resource that is outside of the intended control sphere.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 and involves improper URL scheme validation in the assertBrowserNavigationAllowed() function.

Authenticated users with browser-tool access can exploit this flaw to navigate to file:// URLs.

By doing so, attackers can access local files that are readable by the OpenClaw process user through browser snapshot and extraction actions, allowing them to exfiltrate sensitive data.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to local files on the system where OpenClaw is running.

Attackers with authenticated browser-tool access can exploit this to extract sensitive data from the local file system.

The impact includes potential data breaches and exposure of confidential information, which can compromise the security and privacy of the affected system.

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