CVE-2026-35656 Details
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.3.22 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the X-Forwarded-For header processing when trustedProxies is configured, allowing attackers to spoof loopback hops. Remote attackers can inject forged forwarding headers to bypass canvas authentication and rate-limiting protections by masquerading as loopback clients.
An authentication bypass vulnerability has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.22. This issue arises in the processing of the X-Forwarded-For header when trusted proxies are configured, allowing attackers to spoof loopback hops. By injecting forged forwarding headers, remote attackers can bypass authentication and rate-limiting protections, masquerading as loopback clients.
Users can update to OpenClaw version 2026.3.22 or later, where this vulnerability has been fixed.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 10, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-290 | Authentication Bypass by Spoofing | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.3.22 |
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 |
| Apr 13, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 10, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |