CVE-2026-43573: OpenClaw before 2026.4.10 contains a server-side request forgery policy bypass vulnerability in existing-sessi

Routine

HIGH 7.7UPGRADE

CVE-2026-43573 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.7) affecting openclaw. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

OpenClaw before 2026.4.10 contains a server-side request forgery policy bypass vulnerability in existing-session browser interaction routes. Attackers can bypass SSRF navigation guards to interact with or navigate to unauthorized targets without policy enforcement.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.7 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.3% (top 83%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-862, CWE-918
Published	2026-05-05
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): VulnCheck · Vendor: openclaw

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-05-05 12:16 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 10:49 UTCUpdated Record last modified

openclaw openclaw UPGRADE

Affected: < 2026.4.10

Fixed in: 2026.4.10

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls openclaw

2. UPGRADE to 2026.4.10

npm install openclaw@">=2026.4.10"

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-43573?

openclaw: upgrade to 2026.4.10. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-43573 being exploited?

CVE-2026-43573 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-43573 affect?

CVE-2026-43573 affects openclaw. Severity is high (CVSS 7.7). OpenClaw before 2026.4.10 contains a server-side request forgery policy bypass vulnerability in existing-session browser interaction routes. Attackers can bypass SSRF navigation guards to interact with or navigate to unauthorized targets wi

How urgent is CVE-2026-43573?

Priority 31/100. High severity

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