CVE-2026-59261
OpenClaw < 2026.5.28 - Credential Override via Workspace Dotenv Files
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can override provider credentials. Attackers with lower-trust access to configured input paths can expose sensitive data and credentials that should remain within trusted boundaries.
INFO
Published Date :
July 8, 2026, 5:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
July 9, 2026, 7:34 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 83251b91-4cc7-4094-a5c7-464a1b83ea10 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 4.0 | HIGH | 83251b91-4cc7-4094-a5c7-464a1b83ea10 | ||||
| CVSS 4.0 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update OpenClaw to version 2026.5.28 or later.
- Review and secure access to workspace input paths.
- Ensure dotenv files do not override provider credentials.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-59261.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-4pqj-3c56-5fqq | Mitigation Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-credential-override-via-workspace-dotenv-files | Third Party Advisory |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Jul. 09, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-522 Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:openclaw:openclaw:*:*:*:*:*:node.js:*:* versions up to (excluding) 2026.5.28 Added Reference Type VulnCheck: https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-4pqj-3c56-5fqq Types: Mitigation, Vendor Advisory Added Reference Type VulnCheck: https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-credential-override-via-workspace-dotenv-files Types: Third Party Advisory -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Jul. 09, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Changed SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-59261', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'total'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-07-08T16:50:06.711805Z'} {'id': 'CVE-2026-59261', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'total'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-07-08T00:00:00+00:00'} -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Jul. 08, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-59261', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'total'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-07-08T16:50:06.711805Z'} -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jul. 08, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'OpenClaw', 'product': 'OpenClaw', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '0', 'lessThan': '2026.5.28', 'versionType': 'semver'}], 'packageURL': 'pkg:npm/openclaw', 'defaultStatus': 'affected'}] Added Description OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can override provider credentials. Attackers with lower-trust access to configured input paths can expose sensitive data and credentials that should remain within trusted boundaries. Added CVSS V4.0 AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N Added CWE CWE-184 Added Reference https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-4pqj-3c56-5fqq Added Reference https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-credential-override-via-workspace-dotenv-files