CVE-2026-28393
High
Description
OpenClaw versions 2.0.0-beta3 prior to 2026.2.14 contain a path traversal vulnerability in hook transform module loading that allows arbitrary JavaScript execution. The hooks.mappings[].transform.module parameter accepts absolute paths and traversal sequences, enabling attackers with configuration write access to load and execute malicious modules with gateway process privileges.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.7
Exploit probability44. percentile0.5%
ProductOpenclaw
PublishedMar 5, 2026
First seenMar 5, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-22Path traversal
How to fix
Update
- openclaw openclaw2026.2.14 or later
- openclaw2026.2.14 or later
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Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| openclaw openclaw | 2026.1.4 ≤ v < 2026.2.14, 2.0.0 | 2026.2.14 |
| openclawnpm | 2.0.0-beta3 ≤ v < 2026.2.14 | 2026.2.14 |
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