CVE-2026-41294

Summary

OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 loads the current working directory .env file before trusted state-dir configuration, allowing environment variable injection. Attackers can place a malicious .env file in a repository or workspace to override runtime configuration and security-sensitive environment settings during OpenClaw startup.

Affected Software

VendorProductVersion RangeStatus
OpenClawOpenClaw0 < 2026.3.28affected
OpenClawOpenClaw2026.3.28unaffected

Weaknesses

  • CWE-15: CWE-15: External Control of System or Configuration Setting

ADP Enrichment

CISA ADP Vulnrichment

  • SSVC:
  • Exploitation: none
    • Automatable: no
    • Technical Impact: total

References