CVE-2026-28393: OpenClaw 2.0.0-beta3 < 2026.2.14 - Arbitrary JavaScript Module Loading via Hook Transform Path Traversal

Published Mar 5, 2026
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Updated

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.

Affected Software

5 affected components
OpenClaw OpenClaw<2026.2.14
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js>=2026.1.4<2026.2.14
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js=2.0.0-beta3
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js=2.0.0-beta4
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js=2.0.0-beta5

Event History

Mar 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 26, 58161
Event
via FIRST·04:19 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-28393?

CVE-2026-28393 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary JavaScript execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-28393?

To fix CVE-2026-28393, update OpenClaw to version 2026.2.14 or later, which addresses the path traversal vulnerability.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2026-28393?

CVE-2026-28393 affects OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-28393?

CVE-2026-28393 is a path traversal vulnerability that enables arbitrary JavaScript module loading.

5

Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2026-28393?

The vendor associated with CVE-2026-28393 is OpenClaw.

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