Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions before 2026.8.1 contain a path traversal vulnerability in QQBot voice attachment handling where filenames are decoded twice, allowing encoded traversal segments to reappear after sanitization. Attackers can supply crafted voice attachments that write files outside the intended staging directory to other process-writable locations.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-rm45-4jx5-2927
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-before-2026.8.1-path-traversal-via
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-100549?
CVE-2026-100549 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw versions before 2026.8.1 contain a path traversal vulnerability in QQBot voice attachment handling where filenames are decoded twice, allowing encoded traversal segments to reappear after san...
How severe is CVE-2026-100549?
CVE-2026-100549 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-100549?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.