Vulnerability Description
OpenClaw before 2026.4.10 contains an insufficient environment variable denylist vulnerability in its exec environment policy that allows operator-supplied overrides of high-risk interpreter startup variables including VIMINIT, EXINIT, LUA_INIT, and HOSTALIASES. Attackers can exploit this by manipulating these environment variables to influence downstream execution behavior or network connectivity.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.4.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/2d126fc62343a7b6895351f96e4e1474bc35Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-vfp4-8x56-j7c5MitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-insufficient-environment-variable-Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-43584?
CVE-2026-43584 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). OpenClaw before 2026.4.10 contains an insufficient environment variable denylist vulnerability in its exec environment policy that allows operator-supplied overrides of high-risk interpreter startup v...
How severe is CVE-2026-43584?
CVE-2026-43584 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-2026-43584?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openclaw Openclaw.