Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 fail to filter dangerous process-control environment variables from config env.vars, allowing startup-time code execution. Attackers can inject variables like NODE_OPTIONS or LD_* through configuration to execute arbitrary code in the OpenClaw gateway service runtime context.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.2.21 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/2cdbadee1f8fcaa93302d7debbfc529e1986Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-8fmp-37rc-p5g7Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-w9j9-w4cp-6wgr
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-environment-variable-injection-viaThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-22177?
CVE-2026-22177 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 fail to filter dangerous process-control environment variables from config env.vars, allowing startup-time code execution. Attackers can inject variables like NODE...
How severe is CVE-2026-22177?
CVE-2026-22177 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-2026-22177?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.