High severity8.8NVD Advisory· Published Jun 16, 2026· Updated Jun 18, 2026
CVE-2026-53843
CVE-2026-53843
Description
OpenClaw before 2026.5.26 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability where a surviving pairing-scoped device session can re-establish node token authority after revocation. Attackers with a paired device can regain WebSocket node-level access without renewed approval, weakening revocation controls and maintaining unauthorized access longer than intended.
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
openclawnpm | < 2026.5.26 | 2026.5.26 |
Affected products
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Vulnerability mechanics
References
4- github.com/advisories/GHSA-q99w-vh6v-q3v7ghsaADVISORY
- github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-q99w-vh6v-q3v7nvdVendor AdvisoryWEB
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-53843ghsaADVISORY
- www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-node-token-revocation-bypass-via-pairing-scoped-device-sessionnvdThird Party AdvisoryWEB
News mentions
1- OpenClaw: 25 CVEs Disclosed in a Single Day — Allowlist Bypasses and Privilege Escalation DominateVypr Intelligence · Jun 16, 2026