Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.7 contain a shell approval gating bypass vulnerability in system.run dispatch-wrapper handling that allows attackers to skip shell wrapper approval requirements. The approval classifier and execution planner apply different depth-boundary rules, permitting exactly four transparent dispatch wrappers like repeated env invocations before /bin/sh -c to bypass security=allowlist approval gating by misaligning classification with execution planning.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.3.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/2fc95a7cfc1eb9306356510b0251b6d51fb1Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-r6qf-8968-wj9qVendor Advisory
- https://vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-mar-shell-approval-gating-bypass-via-dThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-27183?
CVE-2026-27183 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.7 contain a shell approval gating bypass vulnerability in system.run dispatch-wrapper handling that allows attackers to skip shell wrapper approval requirements. The ...
How severe is CVE-2026-27183?
CVE-2026-27183 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-2026-27183?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.