Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw before 2026.3.11 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability in device.token.rotate that allows callers with operator.pairing scope to mint tokens with broader scopes by failing to constrain newly minted scopes to the caller's current scope set. Attackers can obtain operator.admin tokens for paired devices and achieve remote code execution on connected nodes via system.run or gain unauthorized gateway-admin access.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.3.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-4jpw-hj22-2xmcVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-privilege-escalation-via-unvalidatThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-32922?
CVE-2026-32922 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.9 (CRITICAL). OpenClaw before 2026.3.11 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability in device.token.rotate that allows callers with operator.pairing scope to mint tokens with broader scopes by failing to constrai...
How severe is CVE-2026-32922?
CVE-2026-32922 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.9/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-32922?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.