CVE-2026-53861
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CVE-2026-53861 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. OpenClaw before 2026.5.6 contains an allowlist bypass vulnerability in the macOS Swift exec feature that misses combined POSIX inline-command flags. Attackers can execute shell content outside the intended allowlist check by using combined flag forms, potentially allowing unauthorized command execution depending on operator configuration.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.5.6 contains an allowlist bypass vulnerability in the macOS Swift exec feature that misses combined POSIX inline-command flags. Attackers can execute shell content outside the intended allowlist check by using combined flag forms, potentially allowing unauthorized command execution depending on operator configuration.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.5.6 | — |
| Openclaw | Openclaw | 2026.5.6 | Beta1 |
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-c226-q6fx-6j6cMitigation, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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