Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw before 2026.4.8 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability allowing previously paired nodes to reconnect with exec-capable commands without operator.admin scope requirement. Attackers can bypass re-pairing authentication to execute privileged commands on the local assistant system.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.4.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/d7c3210cd6f5fdfdc1beff4c9541673e8143Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-5wj5-87vq-39xmVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-command-escalation-via-node-pairinThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-42432?
CVE-2026-42432 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). OpenClaw before 2026.4.8 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability allowing previously paired nodes to reconnect with exec-capable commands without operator.admin scope requirement. Attackers can ...
How severe is CVE-2026-42432?
CVE-2026-42432 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-42432?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.