Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 fail to validate TAR archive entry paths during extraction, allowing path traversal sequences to write files outside the intended directory. Attackers can craft malicious archives with traversal sequences like ../../ to write files outside extraction boundaries, potentially enabling configuration tampering and code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.2.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/3aa94afcfd12104c683c9cad81faf434d0daPatch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-p25h-9q54-ffvwVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-zip-slip-path-traversal-in-tar-arcThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-28453?
CVE-2026-28453 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 fail to validate TAR archive entry paths during extraction, allowing path traversal sequences to write files outside the intended directory. Attackers can craft ma...
How severe is CVE-2026-28453?
CVE-2026-28453 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-28453?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.