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CVE-2026-32982 OpenClaw CVE debrief

CVE-2026-32982 is an information disclosure vulnerability in OpenClaw, a software that was found to leak Telegram bot tokens in error messages related to media downloads. The vulnerability exists in the fetchRemoteMedia function and affects OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.13. When media downloads fail, the original Telegram file URLs containing bot tokens are embedded in MediaFetchError strings and leaked to logs and error surfaces. This issue has been patched in version 2026.3.13.

Vendor
OpenClaw
Product
Unknown
CVSS
HIGH 8.7
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-03-31
Original CVE updated
2026-07-25
Advisory published
2026-03-31
Advisory updated
2026-07-25

Who should care

Developers and administrators using OpenClaw, especially those integrating with Telegram bots, should be aware of this vulnerability. The exposure of Telegram bot tokens can lead to unauthorized access and potential misuse of the bots.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is caused by the fetchRemoteMedia function in OpenClaw, which improperly handles media download failures. Instead of masking or removing sensitive information, it logs error messages that include the original Telegram file URLs. These URLs contain bot tokens, which are sensitive credentials used for authentication with Telegram bots. An attacker gaining access to these logs or error surfaces can obtain the bot tokens, potentially allowing them to control the bots and perform actions on behalf of the bot owners.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

  • Upgrade OpenClaw to version 2026.3.13 or later
  • Review and clean up logs and error surfaces for potential exposure of bot tokens
  • Implement additional logging and monitoring to detect potential misuse of bot tokens
  • Consider rotating or revoking existing bot tokens as a precautionary measure
  • Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
  • Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
  • Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-03-31T12:16:29.850Z and was last modified on 2026-07-25T10:10:00.167Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. Evidence is limited to public CVE and NVD information. Defenders should verify OpenClaw usage and review logs for potential bot token exposure with caution, as sensitive details are not provided in public sources.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-32982 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-32982

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-32982 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-32982

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.