OpenClaw: memory-wiki ingest could read local files with operator.write scope
Key facts
- Attack vector
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- Privileges required
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- User interaction
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- Attack complexity
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- Impact type
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- Confidentiality · integrity · availability
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- Fix status
- Fixed
No CVSS vector from any source. Fix status from GitHub.
Summary
### Summary memory-wiki ingest could read local files with operator.write scope. In affected versions, a Gateway caller with `operator.write` access to the plugin tool could read arbitrary local file paths instead of staying within the intended ingest sources. This advisory is scoped to the named feature and configuration. It does not change OpenClaw's trusted-operator model: authenticated Gateway operators, installed plugins, and intentional local execution surfaces remain trusted unless a separate policy, approval, allowlist, sandbox, or auth boundary is crossed. ### Impact When the affected feature is enabled and reachable, this could import local file content into wiki memory. Practical impact depends on the operator's configuration and whether lower-trust input can reach that path. ### Resolution Update to a patched OpenClaw release when one is listed for this advisory. If the Patched versions field is populated, use that version or later. ### Mitigations limit memory-wiki write access to trusted operators until patched. As general hardening, keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing one Gateway between mutually untrusted users, and disable the affected feature when it is not needed.
Why it matters now
SSVC decision points
Not available: CISA has not published SSVC decision points for this record.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fixed in | Status | Source |
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| — | openclaw (npm) | before 2026.5.12 | 2026.5.12 | Patch available | GHSA-p2fh-f5fc-44hr |
- openclaw (npm) Vendor— Affected before 2026.5.12 Fixed in 2026.5.12 Patch available GHSA-p2fh-f5fc-44hr
Remediation
- Fix · GHSA-p2fh-f5fc-44hr openclaw (npm) Fixed in 2026.5.12 Advisory →
Timeline
- 2026-10-03 Threatist record created from GHSA-p2fh-f5fc-44hr
References
Sources
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