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CVE-2026-32007: OpenClaw < 2026.2.23 - Sandbox Bypass in apply_patch Tool via Workspace-Only Check Bypass

• Severity: high (CVSS 8.1 v3.1)
• Exploited in the wild: not listed in CISA KEV
• EPSS: 0.4% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days
• Public exploit or detection template: none known
• Published: 2026-03-19 · updated 2026-06-17
• Weakness: CWE-22

Description

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.23 contain a path traversal vulnerability in the experimental apply_patch tool that allows attackers with sandbox access to modify files outside the workspace directory by exploiting inconsistent enforcement of workspace-only checks on mounted paths. Attackers can use apply_patch operations on writable mounts outside the workspace root to access and modify arbitrary files on the system.

Affected products

• OpenClaw: before 2026.2.23 — fixed in 2026.2.23

How to fix

Upgrade to a fixed version: OpenClaw 2026.2.23. Check the vendor advisory for mitigations.

References

• https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/6634030be31e1a1842967df046c2f2e47490e6bf
• https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-h9xm-j4qg-fvpg
• https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-sandbox-bypass-in-apply-patch-tool-via-workspace-only-check-bypass

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