CVE-2026-62217: OpenClaw 2026.5.14-beta.1 < 2026.5.27 Authentication Bypass via exec approvals

Published Jul 17, 2026
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Updated

OpenClaw 2026.5.14-beta.1 before 2026.5.27 contain an authorization flaw in the QQBot exec approvals feature. When the feature is enabled and reachable, a lower-trust caller or configured input path could execute or persist actions beyond the caller's intended authorization, allowing non-allowlisted senders to perform unauthorized operations.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenClaw OpenClaw>2026.5.14-beta.1<2026.5.27
OpenClaw Openclaw Node.js>=2026.5.14<2026.5.27

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade OpenClaw to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2026.5.27
  2. Configuration

    Disable the QQBot exec approvals feature in OpenClaw to prevent the authentication/authorization bypass when it is enabled and reachable.

    OpenClaw QQBot exec approvals feature enabled = false

Event History

Jul 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:06 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:06 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:18 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-62217?

CVE-2026-62217 has a high severity rating of 7.7.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-62217?

To fix CVE-2026-62217, upgrade OpenClaw to version 2026.5.27 or later.

3

What is the risk associated with CVE-2026-62217?

CVE-2026-62217 has a risk score of 79, indicating significant potential impact.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-62217?

CVE-2026-62217 is an authorization flaw that allows an authentication bypass.

5

Which feature in OpenClaw is affected by CVE-2026-62217?

The vulnerability in CVE-2026-62217 affects the QQBot exec approvals feature.

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