CVE-2026-28485: OpenClaw 2026.1.5 < 2026.2.12 - Missing Authentication in Browser Control HTTP Endpoints

Published Mar 5, 2026
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Updated

OpenClaw versions 2026.1.5 prior to 2026.2.12 fail to enforce mandatory authentication on the /agent/act browser-control HTTP route, allowing unauthorized local callers to invoke privileged operations. Remote attackers on the local network or local processes can execute arbitrary browser-context actions and access sensitive in-session data by sending requests to unauthenticated endpoints.

Affected Software

3 affected components
OpenClaw OpenClaw<2026.2.12
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js<=2026.1.5
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js>=2026.2.9<2026.2.12

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·07:34 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-28485?

The severity of CVE-2026-28485 is classified as high due to the potential for unauthorized access to privileged operations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-28485?

To fix CVE-2026-28485, upgrade OpenClaw to version 2026.2.12 or later, which implements mandatory authentication.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-28485?

CVE-2026-28485 affects OpenClaw versions from 2026.1.5 up to, but not including, 2026.2.12.

4

What operations can be invoked without authentication in CVE-2026-28485?

Unauthorized local callers can invoke privileged operations through the /agent/act browser-control HTTP route due to the lack of authentication.

5

Can CVE-2026-28485 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2026-28485 is not exploitable remotely as it requires unauthorized local access to invoke the vulnerable HTTP endpoint.

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