CVE-2026-59261
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CVE-2026-59261 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. 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.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.5.28 |
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-4pqj-3c56-5fqqMitigation, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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