CVE-2026-22171: OpenClaw < 2026.2.19 - Path Traversal in Feishu Media Temporary File Naming

Published Mar 18, 2026
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Updated

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.19 contain a path traversal vulnerability in the Feishu media download flow where untrusted media keys are interpolated directly into temporary file paths in extensions/feishu/src/media.ts. An attacker who can control Feishu media key values returned to the client can use traversal segments to escape os.tmpdir() and write arbitrary files within the OpenClaw process permissions.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenClaw<2026.2.19
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js<2026.2.19

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade OpenClaw to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2026.2.19

Event History

Mar 18, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:34 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:34 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-22171?

CVE-2026-22171 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its path traversal nature.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-22171?

To fix CVE-2026-22171, update OpenClaw to version 2026.2.19 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-22171?

CVE-2026-22171 is a path traversal vulnerability affecting OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.19.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2026-22171?

The impact of CVE-2026-22171 allows attackers to potentially access unauthorized files on the server.

5

In which component is CVE-2026-22171 found?

CVE-2026-22171 is found in the media download flow within the Feishu Media component of OpenClaw.

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