OpenClaw up to 2026.2.24 DM Message authorization

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in OpenClaw up to 2026.2.24. This affects an unknown function of the component DM Message Handler. Such manipulation leads to authorization. This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2026-32028. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. No exploit is available. You should upgrade the affected component.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in OpenClaw up to 2026.2.24. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the component DM Message Handler. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a authorization vulnerability. Using CWE to declare the problem leads to CWE-863. The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. This allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions. Impacted is integrity. CVE summarizes:

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.25 fail to enforce dmPolicy and allowFrom authorization checks on Discord direct-message reaction notifications, allowing non-allowlisted users to enqueue reaction-derived system events. Attackers can exploit this inconsistency by reacting to bot-authored DM messages to bypass DM authorization restrictions and trigger downstream automation or tool policies.

The advisory is shared for download at github.com. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2026-32028 since 03/10/2026. The exploitation is known to be difficult. The attack may be launched remotely. No form of authentication is required for exploitation. There are neither technical details nor an exploit publicly available.

Upgrading to version 2026.2.25 eliminates this vulnerability. Applying the patch aedf62ac7e669a89c7b299201bf6537dc6b12e0e is able to eliminate this problem. The bugfix is ready for download at github.com. The best possible mitigation is suggested to be upgrading to the latest version.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at CERT Bund (WID-SEC-2026-0542). VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

Affected

  • Open Source OpenClaw

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VulDB Meta Base Score: 4.4
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 4.4

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VulDB Temp Score: 3.6
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Exploitinginfo

Class: Authorization
CWE: CWE-863 / CWE-285 / CWE-266
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Physical: No
Local: No
Remote: Yes

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Status: Not defined

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Upgrade: OpenClaw 2026.2.25
Patch: aedf62ac7e669a89c7b299201bf6537dc6b12e0e

Timelineinfo

03/10/2026 CVE reserved
03/20/2026 +10 days Advisory disclosed
03/20/2026 +0 days VulDB entry created
03/26/2026 +6 days VulDB entry last update

Sourcesinfo

Product: github.com

Advisory: GHSA-354r-7mfh-7rh2
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2026-32028 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2026-32028
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-351920
CERT Bund: WID-SEC-2026-0542 - OpenClaw: Mehrere Schwachstellen

Entryinfo

Created: 03/20/2026 08:07
Updated: 03/26/2026 08:15
Changes: 03/20/2026 08:07 (43), 03/20/2026 08:08 (35), 03/23/2026 13:16 (7), 03/25/2026 04:03 (12), 03/26/2026 08:15 (4)
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