CVE-2026-32987

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.35%

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CVE-2026-32987 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. OpenClaw before 2026.3.13 allows bootstrap setup codes to be replayed during device pairing verification in src/infra/device-bootstrap.ts. Attackers can verify a valid bootstrap code multiple times before approval to escalate pending pairing scopes, including privilege escalation to operator.admin.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

OpenClaw before 2026.3.13 allows bootstrap setup codes to be replayed during device pairing verification in src/infra/device-bootstrap.ts. Attackers can verify a valid bootstrap code multiple times before approval to escalate pending pairing scopes, including privilege escalation to operator.admin.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
OpenclawOpenclaw< 2026.3.13

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-32987?
OpenClaw before 2026.3.13 allows bootstrap setup codes to be replayed during device pairing verification in src/infra/device-bootstrap.ts. Attackers can verify a valid bootstrap code multiple times before approval to escalate pending pairing scopes, including privilege escalation to operator.admin.
How severe is CVE-2026-32987?
CVE-2026-32987 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-32987?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST