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CVE-2026-62199 OpenClaw CVE debrief
A vulnerability in OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.6 can allow a lower-trust caller or configured input path to supply crafted environment variables, potentially leading to unauthorized actions. This flaw occurs in the host exec environment filtering and can be exploited when the affected feature is enabled and reachable. Users of OpenClaw should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it, including inventorying installations, enabling patched features, and restricting access to affected functionality.
- Vendor
- OpenClaw
- Product
- Unknown
- CVSS
- HIGH 8.7
- 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 2026.6.6 should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it. This includes operators, platform administrators, vulnerability management teams, and security teams who may be impacted by the potential for unauthorized actions. Affected deployments should be identified and assessed for potential exposure, and compensating controls should be reviewed and implemented as needed.
Technical summary
The OpenClaw environment filtering flaw (CVE-2026-62199) occurs when the affected feature is enabled and reachable, allowing crafted environment variables to be supplied, potentially leading to unauthorized actions. This vulnerability affects OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.6 and has a CVSS score of 8.7, indicating a high severity. The flaw is related to the host exec environment filtering and can be exploited by lower-trust callers or configured input paths.
Defensive priority
High priority due to CVSS score of 8.7 and potential for unauthorized actions.
Recommended defensive actions
- Inventory and assess OpenClaw installations for version 2026.6.6 or later
- Enable the patched feature and restrict access to the affected functionality
- Monitor for suspicious activity and implement compensating controls as needed
- Apply vendor remediation when available
- Review and implement compensating controls for exposed systems
- Track exceptions and retest remediated assets
- Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
Evidence notes
Evidence is limited; primary official records indicate a flaw in OpenClaw's environment filtering. Further investigation is needed to determine the full scope of the vulnerability. Affected product deployments should be identified and assessed for potential exposure. The CVE record and NVD detail provide additional context, but may not capture all nuances of the vulnerability. Defenders should verify OpenClaw installations and monitor for suspicious activity.
Official resources
AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-07-13T22:16:51.673Z and has not been modified since then.