CVE-2026-32045: OpenClaw — MEDIUM

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 incorrectly apply tokenless Tailscale header authentication to HTTP gateway routes, allowing bypass of token and password requirements. Attackers on trusted networks can exploit this misconfiguration to access HTTP gateway routes without proper authentication...

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

5.9 / 10

EPSS

N/A

Exploitation Status

No known exploitation

Sophistication

N/A

What is the attack surface?

AV Network

AC High

PR None

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-2026-32045?

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 incorrectly apply tokenless Tailscale header authentication to HTTP gateway routes, allowing bypass of token and password requirements. Attackers on trusted networks can exploit this misconfiguration to access HTTP gateway routes without proper authentication credentials.

Is CVE-2026-32045 actively exploited?

No confirmed active exploitation of CVE-2026-32045 has been reported, but organizations should still patch proactively.

How to fix CVE-2026-32045?

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

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-32045?

CVE-2026-32045 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.9 (MEDIUM).

What are the technical details?

Original Advisory

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.21 incorrectly apply tokenless Tailscale header authentication to HTTP gateway routes, allowing bypass of token and password requirements. Attackers on trusted networks can exploit this misconfiguration to access HTTP gateway routes without proper authentication credentials.

Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-290 Authentication Bypass by Spoofing

CWE-290 — Authentication Bypass by Spoofing: This attack-focused weakness is caused by incorrectly implemented authentication schemes that are subject to spoofing attacks.

Source: MITRE CWE corpus.