Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw (npm package 'openclaw') before 2026.7.1 improperly handles case sensitivity in the model-facing cron tool: a mixed-case payload kind can pass the agent-facing shell-execution guard and later normalize into a command job. An actor able to steer a tool-enabled agent can therefore create a persistent cron job that executes attacker-selected commands with the privileges of the OpenClaw process user, resulting in access to host files and credentials and impact to scheduled service availability. The issue is limited to cron jobs created or edited through the model-facing cron tool; direct CLI and authorized Gateway scheduling surfaces are trusted operator controls. Fixed in 2026.7.1.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-8xxh-v4vc-qvm4
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-before-2026.7.1-remote-code-execut
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-100580?
CVE-2026-100580 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). OpenClaw (npm package 'openclaw') before 2026.7.1 improperly handles case sensitivity in the model-facing cron tool: a mixed-case payload kind can pass the agent-facing shell-execution guard and later...
How severe is CVE-2026-100580?
CVE-2026-100580 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-100580?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.