CVE-2026-53838

Description

OpenClaw before 2026.5.27 contains a state mutation vulnerability in node pairing reconnection that allows paired nodes to confuse approval scope decisions. Attackers can exploit reconnection logic to restore or present broader node authority than intended, potentially bypassing approval restrictions.

CVSS Vector

References

• https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-83w9-h5wv-j9xm
• https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-node-pairing-state-mutation-via-reconnection