CVE-2026-45000: OpenClaw < 2026.4.20 - Server-Side Request Forgery via Browser CDP Profile Creation

Published May 11, 2026
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Updated

OpenClaw before 2026.4.20 contains a server-side request forgery vulnerability in browser CDP profile creation that skips strict-mode SSRF policy checks. Attackers can create stored profiles pointing to private-network or metadata endpoints that bypass security policies and are later probed during normal profile status operations.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenClaw OpenClaw<2026.4.20
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js<2026.4.20

Event History

May 11, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-45000?

CVE-2026-45000 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for server-side request forgery attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-45000?

To fix CVE-2026-45000, update OpenClaw to version 2026.4.20 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2026-45000?

The impact of CVE-2026-45000 includes the possibility for attackers to bypass strict-mode SSRF policy checks and access private networks.

4

Is CVE-2026-45000 present in all versions of OpenClaw?

CVE-2026-45000 affects all versions of OpenClaw prior to 2026.4.20.

5

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2026-45000?

CVE-2026-45000 can be exploited through server-side request forgery attacks that leverage browser CDP profile creation.

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