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CVE-2026-41294

8.6 · HIGH

OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 loads the current working directory .env file before trusted state-dir configuration, allowing environment variable injection.

Published Apr 21, 2026CWE-15EPSS 0.19%

Overview

CVE-2026-41294 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 21, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 loads the current working directory .env file before trusted state-dir configuration, allowing environment variable injection. Attackers can place a malicious .env file in a repository or workspace to override runtime configuration and security-sensitive environment settings during OpenClaw startup.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

GitHubgithub.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-8rh7-6779-cjqqRefwww.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-environment-variable-injection-via-cwd-env-file

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-41294?

CVE-2026-41294 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 21, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-41294?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-41294?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2026-41294?

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