CVE-2026-41299 Details
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability in the chat.send gateway method where ACP-only provenance fields are gated by self-declared client metadata from WebSocket handshake rather than verified authorization state. Authenticated operator clients can spoof ACP identity labels and inject reserved provenance fields intended only for the ACP bridge by manipulating client metadata during connection.
An authorization bypass vulnerability has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.28. The issue resides in the chat.send gateway method, where ACP-only provenance fields are controlled by self-declared client metadata from the WebSocket handshake, rather than verified authorization status. This flaw allows authenticated operator clients to spoof ACP identity labels and inject reserved provenance fields meant solely for the ACP bridge by manipulating client metadata during the connection process.
Users can upgrade to OpenClaw version 2026.3.28 or later to address this vulnerability.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 21, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-6xg4-82hv-cp6f | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-client-identity-spoofing-in-chat-send-gateway-provenance-guard | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-807 | Reliance on Untrusted Inputs in a Security Decision | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.3.28 |
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 27, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 21, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |