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CVE-2026-44112

Openclaw vulnerability

9.6 CRITICALEPSS 0.39%
  1. Published6 May 2026

Description

OpenClaw before 2026.4.22 contains a time-of-check/time-of-use race condition in OpenShell sandbox filesystem writes that allows attackers to redirect writes outside the intended mount root. Attackers can exploit symlink swaps during filesystem operations to bypass sandbox restrictions and write files outside the local mount root.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeChanged
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Openclaw< 2026.4.22

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-44112 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-44112 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.39%.

How severe is CVE-2026-44112?

CVE-2026-44112 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-44112?

Affected products include Openclaw.

How do I fix CVE-2026-44112?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Openclaw 2026.4.22 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.