Is CVE-2026-33581 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-33581 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-33581 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-33581 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-33581?

CVE-2026-33581 has a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2026-33581

CWE-22Published: March 31, 2026· Updated: Apr 1, 2026

8.6

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.04%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:12.9th

Official Description

OpenClaw before 2026.3.24 contains a sandbox bypass vulnerability in the message tool that allows attackers to read arbitrary local files by using mediaUrl and fileUrl alias parameters that bypass localRoots validation. Remote attackers can exploit this by routing file requests through unvalidated alias parameters to access files outside the intended sandbox directory.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-33581 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), with a CVSS base score of 8.6.

The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.