Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw before 2026.8.2 contains a denial of service vulnerability in the Browser extension relay that allows unauthenticated network sources to exhaust pending-authentication capacity. Attackers can hold every pending slot by maintaining silent WebSocket upgrades, preventing paired extensions from completing Browser Relay Authentication v2.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-m78m-7h3q-q938
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-before-2026.8.2-denial-of-service-
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-100527?
CVE-2026-100527 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw before 2026.8.2 contains a denial of service vulnerability in the Browser extension relay that allows unauthenticated network sources to exhaust pending-authentication capacity. Attackers can...
How severe is CVE-2026-100527?
CVE-2026-100527 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-100527?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.