CVE-2026-32013 Details
Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.25 contain a symlink traversal vulnerability in the agents.files.get and agents.files.set methods that allows reading and writing files outside the agent workspace. Attackers can exploit symlinked allowlisted files to access arbitrary host files within gateway process permissions, potentially enabling code execution through file overwrite attacks.
A symlink traversal vulnerability has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.25. This vulnerability exists in the 'agents.files.get' and 'agents.files.set' methods, allowing unauthorized reading and writing of files outside the designated agent workspace. Exploitation involves using symlinked allowlisted files to access arbitrary host files within the permissions of the gateway process. This could lead to code execution by overwriting certain files.
Users can update to OpenClaw version 2026.2.25 or later, where this vulnerability has been patched. The patch includes improvements to how the 'agents.files' methods handle file paths, blocking out-of-workspace symlink targets while allowing in-workspace symlinks. The update also adds regression tests to ensure the effectiveness of the patch.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 20, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-59 | Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.2.25 |
CPE
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Change History
4 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 19, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |