CVE-2026-53832

High

Description

OpenClaw before 2026.5.18 contains an identity header validation vulnerability allowing local same-host callers to forge trusted-proxy identity headers. Attackers with access to the proxy-facing Gateway port can supply forged identity headers to assume operator identity and potentially escalate privileges.

SeverityHigh

CVSS7.7

Exploit probability—

ProductOpenclaw

PublishedJun 12, 2026

First seenJun 12, 2026

Weakness typeCWE-290CWE-290

How to fix

Update

openclaw openclaw2026.5.18 or later
openclaw2026.5.18 or later

Vendor advisories

github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-rggc-m335-3wvj

Affected products

Product	Affected versions	Fixed in
openclaw openclaw	v < 2026.5.18	2026.5.18
openclawnpm	v < 2026.5.18	2026.5.18

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