Moderate severityNVD Advisory· Published Mar 11, 2026· Updated Mar 11, 2026
OpenClaw < 2026.2.17 - Arbitrary File Read via $include Directive Path Traversal
CVE-2026-32061
Description
OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.17 contain a path traversal vulnerability in the $include directive resolution that allows reading arbitrary local files outside the config directory boundary. Attackers with config modification capabilities can exploit this by specifying absolute paths, traversal sequences, or symlinks to access sensitive files readable by the OpenClaw process user, including API keys and credentials.
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
openclawnpm | < 2026.2.17 | 2026.2.17 |
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References
5- github.com/advisories/GHSA-56pc-6hvp-4gv4ghsaADVISORY
- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-56pc-6hvp-4gv4ghsathird-party-advisoryWEB
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-32061ghsaADVISORY
- www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-arbitrary-file-read-via-include-directive-path-traversalghsathird-party-advisoryWEB
- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/d1c00dbb7c64a39e205464dae7f2a068420e91c1ghsaissue-trackingWEB
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