#VU125087 Incorrect authorization in OpenClaw - CVE-2026-32042
Published: April 7, 2026
Vulnerability identifier: #VU125087
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-32042
CWE-ID: CWE-863
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
OpenClaw
OpenClaw
Software vendor:
OpenClaw
OpenClaw
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access control in the operator pairing and scope assignment logic when attaching an unpaired device identity using shared gateway authentication. A remote user can present a self-signed, unpaired device identity and request elevated operator scopes to escalate privileges.
The issue can allow assignment of higher operator scopes, including operator.admin, before pairing approval.
Remediation
Install security update from vendor's website.