Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw before 2026.4.20 contains a scope enforcement bypass vulnerability in the assistant-media route that allows trusted-proxy callers without operator.read scope to access protected assistant-media files and metadata. Attackers can bypass identity-bearing HTTP auth path scope validation to retrieve sensitive media content within allowed media roots.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.4.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/99ef3a63c58440d53f8e45ad861b846032fcPatch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-v8qf-fr4g-28p2Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-scope-enforcement-bypass-in-assistThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-41908?
CVE-2026-41908 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). OpenClaw before 2026.4.20 contains a scope enforcement bypass vulnerability in the assistant-media route that allows trusted-proxy callers without operator.read scope to access protected assistant-med...
How severe is CVE-2026-41908?
CVE-2026-41908 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-41908?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.