Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.19 contain a command injection vulnerability in Windows Scheduled Task script generation where environment variables are written to gateway.cmd using unquoted set KEY=VALUE assignments, allowing shell metacharacters to break out of assignment context. Attackers can inject arbitrary commands through environment variable values containing metacharacters like &, |, ^, %, or ! to achieve command execution when the scheduled task script is generated and executed.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.2.19 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/dafe52e8cf1a041d898cfb304a485fa05e5fPatch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-pj5x-38rw-6fphMitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-command-injection-via-unescaped-enThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-22176?
CVE-2026-22176 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.19 contain a command injection vulnerability in Windows Scheduled Task script generation where environment variables are written to gateway.cmd using unquoted set KEY...
How severe is CVE-2026-22176?
CVE-2026-22176 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-22176?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.