Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 contain a path traversal vulnerability in sandbox skill mirroring (must be enabled) that uses the skill frontmatter name parameter unsanitized when copying skills into the sandbox workspace. Attackers who provide a crafted skill package with traversal sequences like ../ or absolute paths in the name field can write files outside the sandbox workspace root directory.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.2.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/3eb6a31b6fcf8268456988bfa8e3637d3734Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-xw4p-pw82-hqr7Vendor AdvisoryPatch
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-path-traversal-in-sandbox-skill-miThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-28457?
CVE-2026-28457 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 contain a path traversal vulnerability in sandbox skill mirroring (must be enabled) that uses the skill frontmatter name parameter unsanitized when copying skills ...
How severe is CVE-2026-28457?
CVE-2026-28457 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-2026-28457?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.