CVE-2026-62225: OpenClaw < 2026.5.18 Authorization Bypass via Skill Command Dispatch

Published Jul 17, 2026
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Updated

OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.18 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability in skill command dispatch that allows lower-trust callers to execute or persist actions beyond their intended authorization. Attackers can bypass tool policy restrictions through configured input paths to perform unauthorized actions when the affected feature is enabled and reachable.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenClaw OpenClaw<2026.5.18
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js<2026.5.18

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade OpenClaw to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2026.5.18

Event History

Jul 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:07 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:07 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:18 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-62225?

CVE-2026-62225 has a low severity score of 2.3.

2

What is the risk associated with CVE-2026-62225?

The risk level for CVE-2026-62225 is categorized as 34.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-62225?

To fix CVE-2026-62225, upgrade OpenClaw to version 2026.5.18 or later.

4

What does CVE-2026-62225 affect?

CVE-2026-62225 affects OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.5.18.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-62225?

CVE-2026-62225 is an authorization bypass vulnerability.

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