Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions 2026.2.22 and 2026.2.23 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability in the synology-chat channel plugin where dmPolicy set to allowlist with empty allowedUserIds fails open. Attackers with Synology sender access can bypass authorization checks and trigger unauthorized agent dispatch and downstream tool actions.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | >= 2026.2.22, < 2026.2.24 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/0ee30361b8f6ef3f110f3a7b001da6dd3df9Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/7655c0cb3a47d0647cbbf5284e177f90b4b8Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-gw85-xp4q-5gp9MitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-authorization-bypass-in-synology-cThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-31998?
CVE-2026-31998 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH). OpenClaw versions 2026.2.22 and 2026.2.23 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability in the synology-chat channel plugin where dmPolicy set to allowlist with empty allowedUserIds fails open. Attack...
How severe is CVE-2026-31998?
CVE-2026-31998 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-31998?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.