CVE-2026-100588
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OpenClaw npm Package Browser Control Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-09-26

Last updated on: 2026-09-26

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description
OpenClaw (npm package 'openclaw') before 2026.7.1 does not enforce the administrator scope requirement on browser control when it is reached through the node.invoke method, although direct browser.request access requires administrator scope. In Gateway deployments that honor caller identity and narrower operator scopes, a write-scoped caller with access to a connected browser-capable node can inspect pages, navigate tabs, or interact with browser-visible applications without the configured admin requirement; practical impact depends on the browser profile and signed-in state. Shared-secret token and password callers are considered fully trusted operators under OpenClaw's security model and are not affected. The issue is fixed in 2026.7.1.

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Published
2026-09-26
Last Modified
2026-09-26
Generated
2026-09-26
AI Q&A
2026-09-26
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-100588
EUVD
EUVD-2026-87463

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
openclaw openclaw to 2026.7.1 (exc)

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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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Executive Summary

OpenClaw before 2026.7.1 fails to enforce administrator scope requirements when browser control is accessed via the node.invoke method. While direct browser.request access requires admin rights, this bypass allows write-scoped callers with access to a connected browser-capable node to inspect pages, navigate tabs, or interact with browser applications without admin privileges. The issue is fixed in version 2026.7.1.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the version of the openclaw npm package. If it is below 2026.7.1, the system is vulnerable. Run 'npm list openclaw' to verify the installed version. Additionally, review Gateway deployments that honor caller identity and operator scopes to ensure node.invoke is restricted to administrators.

Impact Analysis

Affected users may experience unauthorized browser interactions, such as page inspection or tab navigation, by attackers with write-scoped access. Impact depends on the browser profile and logged-in state, potentially exposing sensitive data or enabling further attacks. Shared-secret token and password callers are not affected.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, potentially violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health information privacy) requirements. Organizations using OpenClaw may face compliance risks due to insufficient access controls.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the OpenClaw npm package to version 2026.7.1 or later to address the scope enforcement issue. Review and restrict access to node.invoke methods for non-admin users in Gateway deployments.

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