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CVE-2026-62189 OpenClaw CVE debrief
CVE-2026-62189 is a high-severity vulnerability in OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.9, caused by a symlink following issue in the mirror sync feature. This vulnerability allows lower-trust callers to perform actions requiring stronger authorization, potentially leading to bypass of policy checks and authorization boundaries. The vulnerability has significant implications for users of OpenClaw, particularly those with lower-trust callers or exposed systems. Affected users should apply the patch to prevent exploitation. The CVE record, published on 2026-07-13T22:16:50.037Z, has not been modified since then.
- Vendor
- OpenClaw
- Product
- Unknown
- CVSS
- HIGH 7.6
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-07-13
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-07-13
- Advisory published
- 2026-07-13
- Advisory updated
- 2026-07-13
Who should care
Users of OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.9 should apply the patch to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability. This includes operators managing OpenClaw deployments, platform administrators, vulnerability management teams, and security teams responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of systems and data. Particular attention should be given to environments where the mirror sync feature is enabled and reachable, as these are potential targets for attackers looking to bypass authorization boundaries.
Technical summary
The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.6 and is classified as HIGH severity. The CVSS vector is CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:L/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. This symlink following issue in the mirror sync feature of OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.9 allows lower-trust callers to perform actions requiring stronger authorization. Attackers can exploit remote symlink parents to bypass policy checks and authorization boundaries when the feature is enabled and reachable. The vulnerability is related to CWE-59 and CWE-367. Users should be cautious with the mirror sync feature, especially in environments with lower-trust callers or exposed systems.
Defensive priority
High
Recommended defensive actions
- Apply the patch to OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.9
- Disable the mirror sync feature if not required
- Monitor for suspicious activity related to symlink following
- 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
- Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up
Evidence notes
The vulnerability was reported by Vulncheck and is publicly disclosed. The CVE record was published on 2026-07-13T22:16:50.037Z and has not been modified since then. Evidence is limited to public sources and may not reflect the full scope or impact of the vulnerability. Defenders should verify affected systems and apply patches or mitigations as recommended by the vendor. Due to limited source detail, defenders are advised to exercise caution and verify the vulnerability's impact on their specific environments.
Official resources
AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-07-13T22:16:50.037Z and has not been modified since then.