CVE-2026-28458
CVE-2026-28458 is a high-severity vulnerability in Openclaw with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.1)
- CVSS v4: 7.4
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-9906
- Weakness: CWE-306
- Affected product: Openclaw
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
OpenClaw version 2026.1.20 prior to 2026.2.1 contains a vulnerability in the Browser Relay (extension must be installed and enabled) /cdp WebSocket endpoint in which it does not require authentication tokens, allowing websites to connect via loopback and access sensitive data. Attackers can exploit this by connecting to ws://127.0.0.1:18792/cdp to steal session cookies and execute JavaScript in other browser tabs.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-28458?
- OpenClaw version 2026.1.20 prior to 2026.2.1 contains a vulnerability in the Browser Relay (extension must be installed and enabled) /cdp WebSocket endpoint in which it does not require authentication tokens, allowing websites to connect via loopback and access sensitive data. Attackers can exploit this by connecting to ws://127.0.0.1:18792/cdp to steal session cookies and execute JavaScript in other browser tabs.
- How severe is CVE-2026-28458?
- CVE-2026-28458 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2026-28458 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2026-28458?
- CVE-2026-28458 affects Openclaw. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2026-28458?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2026-28458 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2026-28458 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-9906.
- When was CVE-2026-28458 published?
- CVE-2026-28458 was published on 2026-03-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/a1e89afcc19efd641c02b24d66d689f181ae2b5c
- https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-mr32-vwc2-5j6h
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-missing-authentication-in-browser-relay-cdp-websocket-endpoint
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:openclaw:openclaw:*:*:*:*:*:node.js:*:*
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