CVE-2026-59261: openclaw Credential Exposure — Fix

Description

OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can override provider credentials. Attackers with lower-trust access to configured input paths can expose sensitive data and credentials that should remain within trusted boundaries.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.1

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

EPSS — Exploit Prediction

0.0019

Probability of exploitation

0.09%

Percentile rank

EPSS estimates the probability that this vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A higher score means more likely to be exploited.

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-184 CWE-184

CWE-522 CWE-522

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
openclaw	openclaw	< 2026.5.28

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-4pqj-3c56-5fqq

Other References

https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-credential-override-via-workspace-dotenv-files

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-59261? +

OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can override provider credentials. Attackers with lower-trust access to configured input paths can expose sensitive data and credentials that should remain within trusted boundaries. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-59261? +

CVE-2026-59261 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.1 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching. The EPSS score is 0.0019, placing it in the 0th percentile for exploitation probability.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-59261? +

CVE-2026-59261 affects products from openclaw, specifically: openclaw. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-59261? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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