Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw before 2026.3.24 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability where the /allowlist command fails to re-validate gateway client scopes for internal callers, allowing operator.write-scoped clients to mutate channel authorization policy. Attackers can exploit chat.send to build an internal command-authorized context and persist channel allowFrom and groupAllowFrom policy changes reserved for operator.admin scope.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.3.24 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-94pw-c6m8-p9p9ExploitMitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-privilege-escalation-via-chat-sendThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-35621?
CVE-2026-35621 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw before 2026.3.24 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability where the /allowlist command fails to re-validate gateway client scopes for internal callers, allowing operator.write-scoped cli...
How severe is CVE-2026-35621?
CVE-2026-35621 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-35621?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.