CVE-2026-53846 Details
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.4.29 contains a path traversal vulnerability in the install helper that allows workspace .env files to override the npm_execpath configuration used for bundled runtime dependency installation. Attackers with workspace access can execute unintended local package-manager executables during dependency setup to compromise the build environment.
A path traversal vulnerability has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.4.29. This vulnerability resides in the install helper, where workspace .env files can manipulate the npm_execpath configuration. As a result, attackers with workspace access may execute unintended local package-manager executables during the installation of bundled runtime dependencies, potentially compromising the build environment.
Users are advised to update to OpenClaw version 2026.4.29 or later. Until then, it is recommended to install bundled runtime dependencies from trusted workspaces. As a general practice, keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing one Gateway between mutually untrusted users, and disable the affected feature when not needed.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 18, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-426 | Untrusted Search Path | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.4.29 2026.4.29 beta1 2026.4.29 beta2 2026.4.29 beta3 2026.4.29 beta4 |
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Change History
6 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 18, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 16, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |