Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.19 contain an allowlist bypass vulnerability in the exec safeBins policy that allows attackers to write arbitrary files using short-option payloads. Attackers can bypass argument validation by attaching short options like -o to whitelisted binaries, enabling unauthorized file-write operations that should be denied by safeBins checks.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.2.19 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/bafdbb6f112409a65decd3d4e7350fbd637cPatch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/cfe8457a0f4aae5324daec261d3b0aad1461Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/fec48a5006eab37c6a5821726ccaeec88648Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-3x3x-h76w-hp98Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-arbitrary-file-write-via-short-optThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-32017?
CVE-2026-32017 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.19 contain an allowlist bypass vulnerability in the exec safeBins policy that allows attackers to write arbitrary files using short-option payloads. Attackers can byp...
How severe is CVE-2026-32017?
CVE-2026-32017 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-32017?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.