Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.22 contain a path traversal vulnerability in the static file handler that follows symbolic links, allowing out-of-root file reads. Attackers can place symlinks under the Control UI root directory to bypass directory confinement checks and read arbitrary files outside the intended root.
Metrics
CVSS 3.1 5.5/10
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:NWeakness enumeration
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| OpenClaw | OpenClaw | < 2026.2.22 |
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/7c500ff6236fa087ec1ec88696ca9f6881e90dc5Patch
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-5ghc-98wh-gwwfVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-arbitrary-file-read-via-symlink-following-in-static-file-handlerThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Mar 19, 2026
- Last modified
- Jun 17, 2026
- NVD status
- Analyzed