GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9 — MEDIUM AI Security Vulnerability

Q: What is GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9?

OpenClaw: Shell-wrapper detection missed env-argv assignment injection forms

Q: Is GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9 actively exploited?

No confirmed active exploitation of GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9 has been reported, but organizations should still patch proactively.

Q: How to fix GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9?

Update to patched version: openclaw 2026.4.12.

Q: What is the CVSS score for GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9?

No CVSS score has been assigned yet.

## Summary Shell-wrapper detection missed env-argv assignment injection forms. ## Affected Packages / Versions - Package: `openclaw` - Ecosystem: npm - Affected versions: `>= 2026.2.22 < 2026.4.12` - Patched versions: `>= 2026.4.12` ## Impact Exec preflight handling missed shell-wrapper and...

Full CISO analysis pending enrichment.

Affected Systems

Package	Ecosystem	Vulnerable Range	Patched
openclaw	npm	>= 2026.2.22, < 2026.4.12	`2026.4.12`
2 dependents 92% patched ~1d to patch Full package profile →

Do you use openclaw? You're affected.

Severity & Risk

CVSS 3.1

N/A

EPSS

N/A

Exploitation Status

No known exploitation

Sophistication

N/A

Recommended Action

Patch available

Update openclaw to version 2026.4.12

Compliance Impact

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9?

OpenClaw: Shell-wrapper detection missed env-argv assignment injection forms

Is GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9 actively exploited?

No confirmed active exploitation of GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9 has been reported, but organizations should still patch proactively.

How to fix GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9?

Update to patched version: openclaw 2026.4.12.

What is the CVSS score for GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9?

No CVSS score has been assigned yet.

Technical Details

NVD Description

## Summary Shell-wrapper detection missed env-argv assignment injection forms. ## Affected Packages / Versions - Package: `openclaw` - Ecosystem: npm - Affected versions: `>= 2026.2.22 < 2026.4.12` - Patched versions: `>= 2026.4.12` ## Impact Exec preflight handling missed shell-wrapper and argv-level environment assignment forms that could affect execution semantics, including high-risk shell environment controls. ## Technical Details The fix broadens shell-wrapper detection and blocks environment assignments in argv forms. High-risk shell variables such as `SHELLOPTS` and `PS4` are covered by the host environment security policy. ## Fix The issue was fixed in #65717. The first stable tag containing the fix is `v2026.4.12`, and `openclaw@2026.4.14` includes the fix. ## Fix Commit(s) - `8f8492d172f4c5b4fd7dd9a47855ed620c8770ab` - PR: #65717 ## Release Process Note Users should upgrade to `openclaw` 2026.4.12 or newer. The latest npm release, `2026.4.14`, already includes the fix. ## Credits Thanks to @decsecre583 for reporting this issue.