CVE-2026-62222 OpenClaw CVE debrief

Who should care

Users of OpenClaw before version 2026.5.22 should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it, especially those with lower-trust caller access or control over configured input paths. This includes operators, platform administrators, vulnerability management teams, and security teams who need to assess the impact and implement necessary controls.

Technical summary

The vulnerability exists in the setup-mode discovery of OpenClaw before 2026.5.22, allowing the loading of untrusted workspace plugins. This can enable attackers with lower-trust caller access or control over configured input paths to execute or persist actions beyond their intended authorization level. The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 7.1, indicating a high severity. Limited information is available about the specific details of the vulnerability and its potential impact.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

• Inventory and update OpenClaw to version 2026.5.22 or later
• Restrict access to configured input paths
• Monitor for suspicious activity related to plugin loading
• Implement compensating controls to limit the impact of potential exploitation
• Review the official CVE record and NVD entry for the latest information
• Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up
• Plan vendor-supported updates or mitigations through normal change control where exposure is confirmed

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-07-17T02:18:09.273Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently in the 'Received' status. Limited information is available about the specific details of the vulnerability and its potential impact. Further verification is needed to understand the vulnerability's scope and potential exploitation. Defenders should review the official CVE record and NVD entry for the latest information.

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