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CVE-2026-44112

9.6 · CRITICAL

OpenClaw before 2026.4.22 contains a time-of-check/time-of-use race condition in OpenShell sandbox filesystem writes that allows attackers to redirect writes outside the intended mount root.

Published May 6, 2026CWE-367EPSS 0.39%

Overview

CVE-2026-44112 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 6, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

OpenClaw before 2026.4.22 contains a time-of-check/time-of-use race condition in OpenShell sandbox filesystem writes that allows attackers to redirect writes outside the intended mount root. Attackers can exploit symlink swaps during filesystem operations to bypass sandbox restrictions and write files outside the local mount root.

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/commit/7be82d4fd1193bcb7e44ee38838f00bf924ffa76GitHubgithub.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-wppj-c6mr-83jjRefwww.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-symlink-swap-race-condition-in-openshell-fs-bridge-writes

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-44112?

CVE-2026-44112 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 6, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2026-44112?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-44112?

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-2026-44112?

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