Is CVE-2026-28472 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-28472 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-28472 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-28472 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-28472?

CVE-2026-28472 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2026-28472

CWE-306Published: March 5, 2026· Updated: Mar 9, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.04%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:11.6th

Official Description

OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.2 contain a vulnerability in the gateway WebSocket connect handshake in which it allows skipping device identity checks when auth.token is present but not validated. Attackers can connect to the gateway without providing device identity or pairing by exploiting the presence check instead of validation, potentially gaining operator access in vulnerable deployments.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-28472 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.