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CVE-2026-62196

HIGH · CVSS 8.3 EPSS 0.23% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-07-13 · Last synced 2026-08-12

CyberRota Analysis

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OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.6.6 are susceptible to an authorization bypass vulnerability that allows attackers with lower-trust access to exploit WhatsApp group IDs, thereby gaining unauthorized permissions to perform actions that require elevated authorization. This flaw poses a significant risk as it can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive features within the application. Organizations using affected versions should prioritize immediate patching to mitigate potential exploitation.

Public Exploit Signal

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CVE
CVE-2026-62196
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.3
EPSS
0.23%

Original NVD Description

OpenClaw versions 2026.3.22 before 2026.6.6 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability where WhatsApp group IDs can satisfy elevated sender allowlists. Attackers with lower-trust access can perform actions requiring stronger authorization by leveraging group ID validation in the affected feature.

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