CVE-2026-53852 Details
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.4.25 contains a scope containment bypass vulnerability in device re-pairing that allows authenticated operators to restore broader scopes than intended by submitting empty-scope re-pairing requests. Attackers can exploit this by sending re-pairing requests with empty scope sets to skip containment guards and retain unauthorized device access.
A scope containment bypass vulnerability has been identified in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.4.25. This vulnerability allows authenticated operators to restore broader access scopes than intended by sending device re-pairing requests with empty scope sets. The empty-scope requests can bypass containment guards, enabling unauthorized access to devices.
Users are advised to revoke unexpected device sessions and require fresh pairing for suspicious devices until the patch is applied. As a general hardening measure, 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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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 16, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-8mg9-j9cf-54cj | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-scope-bypass-via-empty-scope-device-re-pairing | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-636 | Not Failing Securely ('Failing Open') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | < 2026.4.25 2026.4.25 beta1 2026.4.25 beta10 2026.4.25 beta11 2026.4.25 beta2 2026.4.25 beta3 2026.4.25 beta4 2026.4.25 beta5 2026.4.25 beta6 2026.4.25 beta7 2026.4.25 beta8 2026.4.25 beta9 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| 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] |