CVE-2026-33580: OpenClaw < 2026.3.28 - Brute Force Attack via Missing Rate Limiting on Webhook Shared Secret Authentication

Published Mar 31, 2026
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Updated

OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 contains a missing rate limiting vulnerability in the Nextcloud Talk webhook authentication that allows attackers to brute-force weak shared secrets. Attackers who can reach the webhook endpoint can exploit this to forge inbound webhook events by repeatedly attempting authentication without throttling.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenClaw OpenClaw<2026.3.28
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js<2026.3.28

Event History

Mar 31, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-33580?

CVE-2026-33580 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for brute force attacks against weak shared secrets.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-33580?

To fix CVE-2026-33580, upgrade OpenClaw to version 2026.3.28 or later to implement proper rate limiting.

3

What impact does CVE-2026-33580 have on my system?

CVE-2026-33580 allows attackers to perform brute force attacks, potentially compromising shared secret authentication on webhooks.

4

Which versions of OpenClaw are affected by CVE-2026-33580?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.3.28 are affected by CVE-2026-33580.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-33580?

There is no known workaround for CVE-2026-33580; upgrading to the latest version is the recommended solution.

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