Moderate severityNVD Advisory· Published Mar 5, 2026· Updated Mar 9, 2026
OpenClaw 2026.1.16-2 < 2026.2.14 - Path Traversal (Zip Slip) in Archive Extraction via Installation Commands
CVE-2026-28486
Description
OpenClaw versions 2026.1.16-2 prior to 2026.2.14 contain a path traversal vulnerability in archive extraction during installation commands that allows arbitrary file writes outside the intended directory. Attackers can craft malicious archives that, when extracted via skills install, hooks install, plugins install, or signal install commands, write files to arbitrary locations enabling persistence or code execution.
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
openclawnpm | >= 2026.1.16-2, < 2026.2.14 | 2026.2.14 |
Affected products
2Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
5- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/3aa94afcfd12104c683c9cad81faf434d0dadf87ghsapatchWEB
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-v892-hwpg-jwqpghsaADVISORY
- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-v892-hwpg-jwqpghsavendor-advisoryWEB
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-28486ghsaADVISORY
- www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-path-traversal-zip-slip-in-archive-extraction-via-installation-commandsghsathird-party-advisoryWEB
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