Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw before 2026.4.10 contains a plugin trust bypass vulnerability that allows channel setup catalog lookups to resolve workspace plugin shadows before bundled channel plugins. Attackers can exploit this by crafting malicious workspace plugins that bypass intended trust gates during setup-time plugin loading.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.4.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/1fede43b948df40ca8674511d4bd08d39f6cPatch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-82qx-6vj7-p8m2Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-untrusted-workspace-plugin-shadow-Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-43571?
CVE-2026-43571 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). OpenClaw before 2026.4.10 contains a plugin trust bypass vulnerability that allows channel setup catalog lookups to resolve workspace plugin shadows before bundled channel plugins. Attackers can explo...
How severe is CVE-2026-43571?
CVE-2026-43571 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-43571?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.