CVE-2026-53820

Summary

OpenClaw before 2026.5.12 contains an exec denylist bypass vulnerability in the bundle MCP loopback session-spawn path that allows authenticated callers to bypass intended command restrictions. Attackers can reach the affected bundled MCP session-spawn path to start sessions with broader command reach than intended.

Affected Software

VendorProductVersion RangeStatus
OpenClawOpenClaw0 < 2026.5.12affected
OpenClawOpenClaw2026.5.12unaffected

Weaknesses

  • CWE-862: Missing Authorization

ADP Enrichment

CISA ADP Vulnrichment

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

References