CVE-2026-62189
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CVE-2026-62189 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.6/10 on the CVSS scale. OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.9 contain a symlink following vulnerability in the mirror sync feature that allows lower-trust callers to perform actions requiring stronger authorization. Attackers can exploit remote symlink parents to bypass policy checks and authorization boundaries when the feature is enabled and reachable.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OpenClaw versions before 2026.6.9 contain a symlink following vulnerability in the mirror sync feature that allows lower-trust callers to perform actions requiring stronger authorization. Attackers can exploit remote symlink parents to bypass policy checks and authorization boundaries when the feature is enabled and reachable.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | < 2026.6.9 |
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-m38g-vpwj-mpg9Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-symlink-following-via-mirror-syncThird Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
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