CVE-2026-32008: OpenClaw — MEDIUM

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 contain an improper URL scheme validation vulnerability in the assertBrowserNavigationAllowed() function that allows authenticated users with browser-tool access to navigate to file:// URLs. Attackers can exploit this by accessing local files readable by the...

Full CISO analysis pending enrichment.

What systems are affected?

Package	Ecosystem	Vulnerable Range	Patched
OpenClaw	pip	—	No patch
4 dependents 37% patched ~3d to patch Full package profile →

Do you use OpenClaw? You're affected.

How severe is it?

CVSS 3.1

6.5 / 10

EPSS

N/A

Exploitation Status

No known exploitation

Sophistication

N/A

What is the attack surface?

AV Network

AC Low

PR Low

UI None

S Unchanged

C High

I None

A None

What should I do?

No patch available

Monitor for updates. Consider compensating controls or temporary mitigations.

Which compliance frameworks are affected?

Compliance analysis pending. Sign in for full compliance mapping when available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-32008?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 contain an improper URL scheme validation vulnerability in the assertBrowserNavigationAllowed() function that allows authenticated users with browser-tool access to navigate to file:// URLs. Attackers can exploit this by accessing local files readable by the OpenClaw process user through browser snapshot and extraction actions to exfiltrate sensitive data.

Is CVE-2026-32008 actively exploited?

No confirmed active exploitation of CVE-2026-32008 has been reported, but organizations should still patch proactively.

How to fix CVE-2026-32008?

No patch is currently available. Monitor vendor advisories for updates.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-32008?

CVE-2026-32008 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

What are the technical details?

Original Advisory

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 contain an improper URL scheme validation vulnerability in the assertBrowserNavigationAllowed() function that allows authenticated users with browser-tool access to navigate to file:// URLs. Attackers can exploit this by accessing local files readable by the OpenClaw process user through browser snapshot and extraction actions to exfiltrate sensitive data.

Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-610 Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere

CWE-610 — Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere: The product uses an externally controlled name or reference that resolves to a resource that is outside of the intended control sphere.

Source: MITRE CWE corpus.