CVE-2026-32973 Details
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.3.11 contains an exec allowlist bypass vulnerability where matchesExecAllowlistPattern improperly normalizes patterns with lowercasing and glob matching that overmatches on POSIX paths. Attackers can exploit the ? wildcard matching across path segments to execute commands or paths not intended by operators.
A vulnerability allowing exec allowlist bypass has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.11. The issue arises because the 'matchesExecAllowlistPattern' function improperly normalizes patterns, leading to an overbroad matching on POSIX paths. This flaw allows attackers to exploit the '?' wildcard to cross path segments, executing commands or accessing paths not intended to be approved by operators.
Users can upgrade to OpenClaw version 2026.3.11 or later to address this vulnerability. The patch is included in version 2026.3.12.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 30, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-f8r2-vg7x-gh8m | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-exec-allowlist-pattern-overmatch-via-posix-path-normalization | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-625 | Permissive Regular Expression | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.3.11 |
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 30, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 29, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |