High severity7.7NVD Advisory· Published Jun 12, 2026· Updated Jun 16, 2026
CVE-2026-53832
CVE-2026-53832
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.5.18 contains an identity header validation vulnerability allowing local same-host callers to forge trusted-proxy identity headers. Attackers with access to the proxy-facing Gateway port can supply forged identity headers to assume operator identity and potentially escalate privileges.
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
openclawnpm | < 2026.5.18 | 2026.5.18 |
Affected products
2Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
4- github.com/advisories/GHSA-rggc-m335-3wvjghsaADVISORY
- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-rggc-m335-3wvjnvdMitigationVendor AdvisoryWEB
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-53832ghsaADVISORY
- www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-identity-header-forgery-via-trusted-proxy-configurationnvdThird Party AdvisoryWEB
News mentions
1- OpenClaw: 25 CVEs Disclosed in Largest Security Batch, Including Code Execution and Critical Auth BypassVypr Intelligence · Jun 12, 2026