Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 contain a denial of service vulnerability in the extractArchive function within src/infra/archive.ts that allows attackers to consume excessive CPU, memory, and disk resources through high-expansion ZIP and TAR archives. Remote attackers can trigger resource exhaustion by providing maliciously crafted archive files during install or update operations, causing service degradation or system unavailability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.2.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/5f4b29145c236d124524c2c9af0f8acd048fPatch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/d3ee5deb87ee2ad0ab83c92c365611165423Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-h89v-j3x9-8wqjVendor AdvisoryPatch
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-denial-of-service-via-unguarded-arThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-28452?
CVE-2026-28452 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 contain a denial of service vulnerability in the extractArchive function within src/infra/archive.ts that allows attackers to consume excessive CPU, memory, and di...
How severe is CVE-2026-28452?
CVE-2026-28452 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-28452?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.