Medium severity6.5NVD Advisory· Published Feb 4, 2026· Updated Jun 17, 2026
CVE-2026-25475
CVE-2026-25475
Description
OpenClaw is a personal AI assistant. Prior to version 2026.1.30, the isValidMedia() function in src/media/parse.ts allows arbitrary file paths including absolute paths, home directory paths, and directory traversal sequences. An agent can read any file on the system by outputting MEDIA:/path/to/file, exfiltrating sensitive data to the user/channel. This issue has been patched in version 2026.1.30.
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
openclawnpm | < 2026.1.30 | 2026.1.30 |
Affected products
3Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
3- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-r8g4-86fx-92mqnvdExploitPatchVendor AdvisoryWEB
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-r8g4-86fx-92mqghsaADVISORY
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-25475ghsaADVISORY
News mentions
1- 'Claw Chain' Vulnerabilities Threaten OpenClaw DeploymentsDark Reading · May 18, 2026