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CVE PROGRAM SOURCE RECORD7.7 High

CVE-2026-53806

OpenClaw < 2026.5.12 - Shell Option Parsing Bypass in Exec Revalidation

Description

OpenClaw before 2026.5.12 contains a shell option parsing vulnerability that allows combined POSIX shell flags to bypass exec revalidation checks. Attackers can exploit this by using combined shell options to execute inline shell content without intended allowlist validation, potentially enabling unauthorized command execution when the affected feature is enabled.

Affected products

Version statuses are supplied by the assigning organization. Consult the original record for detailed ranges and platform conditions.

OpenClaw OpenClaw

Default version status: unaffected

  • 0 to < 2026.5.12affected
  • 2026.5.12unaffected
pkg:npm/openclaw

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