CVE-2026-35648
CWE-367Published: April 10, 2026· Updated: Apr 13, 2026
Official Description
OpenClaw before 2026.3.22 contains a policy bypass vulnerability where queued node actions are not revalidated against current command policy when delivered. Attackers can exploit stale allowlists or declarations that survive policy tightening to execute unauthorized commands.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-35648 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 full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 5.9.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2026-35648. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-35648 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts