CVE-2026-28452 Details
Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 contain a denial of service vulnerability in the extractArchive function within src/infra/archive.ts that allows attackers to consume excessive CPU, memory, and disk resources through high-expansion ZIP and TAR archives. Remote attackers can trigger resource exhaustion by providing maliciously crafted archive files during install or update operations, causing service degradation or system unavailability.
A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14. The issue resides in the extractArchive function within src/infra/archive.ts. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to cause excessive consumption of CPU, memory, and disk resources by exploiting high-expansion ZIP and TAR archives. During installation or update operations, the maliciously crafted archive files can lead to significant resource exhaustion, causing degradation of service or complete system unavailability.
Users can upgrade to OpenClaw version 2026.2.14 or later, where this vulnerability has been patched.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 9, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-770 | Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.2.14 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 9, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 5, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Mar 5, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |