CVE-2026-53853

OpenClaw before 2026.5.12 contains an argument pattern validation bypass in the exec allowlist that allows attackers to execute disallowed arguments for allowlisted executables on Linux and macOS systems. Attackers can bypass configured argPattern restrictions by directly invoking allowlisted executables with unrestricted arguments, potentially enabling unauthorized file access, network access, or command execution.

CVSS v3 8.3 HIGH

8.3^/10

CVSS v3 : HIGH

Vector :

Exploitability : 2.8 / Impact : 5.5

Attack Vector NETWORK

Attack Complexity LOW

Privileges Required LOW

User Interaction NONE

Confidentiality Impact HIGH

Integrity Impact HIGH

Availability Impact LOW

Scope UNCHANGED

References

Link	Resource
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-v2ww-5rh7-2h5v
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-argument-pattern-bypass-in-exec-allowlist-via-linux-and-macos

Configurations

No configuration.

History

16 Jun 2026, 19:17

Type	Values Removed	Values Added
New CVE

Information

Published : 2026-06-16 19:17

Updated : 2026-06-16 20:42

NVD link : CVE-2026-53853

Mitre link : CVE-2026-53853

CVE.ORG link : CVE-2026-53853

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Products Affected

No product.

CWE

CWE-693

Protection Mechanism Failure

CWE-863

Incorrect Authorization

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