CVE-2026-45004: OpenClaw < 2026.4.23 - Arbitrary Code Execution via setup-api.js in Current Working Directory

Published May 11, 2026
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Updated

OpenClaw before 2026.4.23 contains an arbitrary code execution vulnerability in the bundled plugin setup resolver that loads setup-api.js from process.cwd() during provider setup metadata resolution. Attackers can execute arbitrary JavaScript under the current user account by placing a malicious extensions/<plugin>/setup-api.js file in a repository and convincing a user to run OpenClaw commands from that directory.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenClaw OpenClaw<2026.4.23
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js<2026.4.23

Remediation

Patch Available

https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/993781e6e6eaf50f033cfc3e3bf4f47059740707

Patch Available

https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-arbitrary-code-execution-via-setup-api-js-in-current-working-directory

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-2026-45004?

CVE-2026-45004 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-45004?

To fix CVE-2026-45004, update OpenClaw to version 2026.4.23 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-45004?

CVE-2026-45004 is an arbitrary code execution vulnerability.

4

Which versions of OpenClaw are affected by CVE-2026-45004?

OpenClaw versions before 2026.4.23 are affected by CVE-2026-45004.

5

What is the cause of CVE-2026-45004?

CVE-2026-45004 is caused by the loading of the setup-api.js file from the current working directory during provider setup metadata resolution.

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