CVE-2026-53832

Summary

OpenClaw before 2026.5.18 contains an identity header validation vulnerability allowing local same-host callers to forge trusted-proxy identity headers. Attackers with access to the proxy-facing Gateway port can supply forged identity headers to assume operator identity and potentially escalate privileges.

Affected Software

VendorProductVersion RangeStatus
OpenClawOpenClaw0 < 2026.5.18affected
OpenClawOpenClaw2026.5.18unaffected

Weaknesses

  • CWE-290: Authentication Bypass by Spoofing

ADP Enrichment

CISA ADP Vulnrichment

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

References