OpenClaw contains a remote command injection vulnerability in the iMessage attachment staging flow. Unsanitized SCP paths allow attackers to execute c...
Description
OpenClaw contains a remote command injection vulnerability in the iMessage attachment staging flow. Unsanitized SCP paths allow attackers to execute commands on remote hosts.
AI Analyst Comment
Remediation
Update OpenClaw Multiple Products to the latest version. Check vendor security advisory for specific patch details. Monitor for exploitation attempts and review access logs.
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VENDOR: OpenClaw
PRODUCT: OpenClaw
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: Before 2026.3.13
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Description Summary:
OpenClaw contains a remote command injection vulnerability in the iMessage attachment staging flow. Unsanitized SCP paths allow attackers to execute commands on remote hosts.
Executive Summary:
Attackers can execute arbitrary commands on remote servers configured with OpenClaw by sending a malicious iMessage attachment, leading to full remote system compromise.
Vulnerability Details
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-32917
Affected Software: OpenClaw
Affected Versions: Before 2026.3.13
Vulnerability: A remote command injection vulnerability exists in the iMessage attachment staging flow. Unsanitized attachment paths containing shell metacharacters are passed directly to an
SCPcommand. An unauthenticated attacker can craft a path that executes arbitrary commands on the remote host when attachment staging is enabled.Business Impact
This vulnerability allows for the complete takeover of servers used for iMessage staging. Attackers can gain persistent access, exfiltrate private messages, and move laterally to other systems in the network. The CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the high severity of unauthenticated remote command execution on critical communication infrastructure.
Remediation Plan
Immediate Action: Update OpenClaw to version 2026.3.13 or later immediately. If patching is not possible, disable the remote attachment staging feature.
Proactive Monitoring: Monitor remote hosts for suspicious
scporsshprocesses and inspect system logs for unusual file paths containing shell characters like;,&, or|.Compensating Controls: Implement strict SSH key management and limit the commands that the OpenClaw user can execute on remote hosts using
rsshor similar restricted shell environments.Exploitation Status
Public Exploit Available: No
Analyst Notes: As of March 31, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation. The vulnerability is highly critical because it can be triggered remotely through the standard iMessage flow.
Analyst Recommendation
Command injection via SCP operands is a well-understood but devastating flaw. Organizations relying on OpenClaw for message staging must prioritize the update to version 2026.3.13. Until the patch is applied, the remote staging feature should be considered unsafe and disabled.