OpenClaw command-injection, path-traversal, and link-following flaws (multiple vulnerabilities)
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OpenClaw now has three patched high-severity vulnerabilities that can lead to credential theft, privilege escalation, and arbitrary code execution on the host. The set includes two command-injection flaws and one path traversal/link-following bug, with fixes in version 2026.6.6. A researcher said the issues can be triggered from an external WhatsApp message when lower-trust input reaches the affected paths.
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10.07.2026 17:19 2 articles · 13d ago
OpenClaw flaws enable host code execution and credential theft
Initial DisclosureOpenClaw maintainers said three now-patched flaws in OpenClaw version 2026.6.6 include GHSA-hjr6-g723-hmfm, GHSA-9969-8g9h-rxwm, and GHSA-575v-8hfq-m3mc, with two command-injection issues and one path-traversal/link-following bug that can enable credential theft, privilege escalation, arbitrary code execution, and host escape when lower-trust input reaches the affected paths. Chinmohan Nayak said the issues can be triggered from an external WhatsApp message.
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- Researcher Details WhatsApp-to-Host Attack Chain Using Three OpenClaw Flaws — thehackernews.com — 10.07.2026 17:19
- Researcher Details WhatsApp-to-Host Attack Chain Using Three OpenClaw Flaws — thehackernews.com — 10.07.2026 17:19