CVE-2026-53848: OpenClaw before 2026.5.26 contains an exec allowlist bypass vulnerability allowing authenticated operators to

Routine

MEDIUM 4.3UPGRADE

CVE-2026-53848 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting openclaw. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

OpenClaw before 2026.5.26 contains an exec allowlist bypass vulnerability allowing authenticated operators to execute wrapper-level side effects outside allowlisted command intent. Attackers can craft command requests that bypass allowlist validation by leveraging transparent command wrappers to perform unintended operations.

Why this priority

No elevated risk signals yet

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	4.3 (Medium)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.3% (top 77%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-184
Published	2026-06-16
Last modified	2026-10-24

Publisher (CNA): VulnCheck · Vendor: openclaw

Last updated 2026-10-24 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-06-16 19:17 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-10-24 13:10 UTCUpdated Record last modified

openclaw openclaw UPGRADE

Affected: < 2026.5.26 · 2026.5.26 beta1 · 2026.5.26 beta2

Fixed in: 2026.5.26

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls openclaw

2. UPGRADE to 2026.5.26

npm install openclaw@">=2026.5.26"

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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-2026-53848?

openclaw: upgrade to 2026.5.26. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-53848 being exploited?

CVE-2026-53848 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-2026-53848 affect?

CVE-2026-53848 affects openclaw. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). OpenClaw before 2026.5.26 contains an exec allowlist bypass vulnerability allowing authenticated operators to execute wrapper-level side effects outside allowlisted command intent. Attackers can craft command requests that bypass allowlist

How urgent is CVE-2026-53848?

Priority 21/100. No elevated risk signals yet.

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