CVE-2026-32008 Details
Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 contain an improper URL scheme validation vulnerability in the assertBrowserNavigationAllowed() function that allows authenticated users with browser-tool access to navigate to file:// URLs. Attackers can exploit this by accessing local files readable by the OpenClaw process user through browser snapshot and extraction actions to exfiltrate sensitive data.
A vulnerability exists in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 due to improper validation of URL schemes in the assertBrowserNavigationAllowed() function. This flaw allows authenticated users with access to browser tools to navigate to file:// URLs. Exploitation of this vulnerability enables access to local files that are readable by the OpenClaw process user, potentially leading to the exfiltration of sensitive data through browser snapshot and extraction actions.
OpenClaw has been updated to block non-network navigation protocols, including file, data, and JavaScript URLs, while allowing about:blank. This fix will be included in the next npm release.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 20, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-45cg-2683-gfmq | CISA-ADP | ExploitMitigationVendor Advisory |
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/220bd95eff6838234e8b4b711f86d4565e16e401 | [email protected] | Patch |
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-45cg-2683-gfmq | [email protected] | ExploitMitigationVendor Advisory |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-arbitrary-local-file-read-via-browser-navigation-guard | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-610 | Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.2.21 |
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 23, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 20, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 19, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |