Vulnerability · Published Jul 8, 2026 · Assigned by VulnCheck
CVE-2026-59261OpenClaw < 2026.5.28 - Credential Override via Workspace Dotenv Files
High 7.1
In plain English
A high-severity security flaw in OpenClaw from OpenClaw. There are no confirmed reports of exploitation so far. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 0.3% (higher than 20% of all known vulnerabilities).
Severity (CVSS 3.1)7.1High
Exploit odds (30 days)0.3%top 80.2% of all CVEs
Exploited in the wildNo reportsCISA SSVC: none
Attack toolingNoneno public tooling known
Official description
OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can override provider credentials. Attackers with lower-trust access to configured input paths can expose sensitive data and credentials that should remain within trusted boundaries.
Affected products (as reported)
Weakness: CWE-184 · Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
References
- GitHub Security Advisory (GHSA-4pqj-3c56-5fqq) vendor-advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-credential-override-via-workspace-dotenv-files third-party-advisory