medium6.6
CVE-2026-53861
OpenClaw before 2026.5.6 contains an allowlist bypass vulnerability in the macOS Swift exec feature that misses combined POSIX inline-command flags.
Impact
OpenClaw before 2026.5.6 contains an allowlist bypass vulnerability in the macOS Swift exec feature that misses combined POSIX inline-command flags. Attackers can execute shell content outside the intended allowlist check by using combined flag forms, potentially allowing unauthorized command execution depending on operator configuration.
Affected packages
| Ecosystem | Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|---|
| npm | openclaw | <= 2026.5.5 | 2026.5.6 |
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openclaw | Openclaw | before 2026.5.6 Version 2026.5.6 |
Weakness classification
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- GitHub advisory
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-c226-q6fx-6j6c
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-c226-q6fx-6j6c
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-53861
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-allowlist-bypass-via-combined-posix-inline-flags-on-macos