CVE-2026-41344 Details
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability in the chat.send endpoint that allows write-scoped gateway callers to persist admin-only verboseLevel session overrides. Attackers can exploit the /verbose parameter to bypass access controls and expose sensitive reasoning or tool output intended to be restricted to administrators.
A privilege escalation vulnerability has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.28. The issue resides in the chat.send endpoint, where write-scoped gateway callers can manipulate the /verbose parameter to persist admin-only session overrides. This exploitation allows the unauthorized exposure of sensitive information or tool outputs meant solely for administrators.
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 24, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-5h2w-qmfp-ggp6 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-privilege-escalation-via-chat-send-verbose-parameter | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-863 | Incorrect Authorization | [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 29, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 23, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |