GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c: OpenClaw Unicode Canonicalization Drift Vulnerability

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Advisory Summary

GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c is a MODERATE unicode canonicalization drift vulnerability (CWE-436: Interpretation Conflict) affecting OpenClaw libraries in the npm ecosystem. The issue involves unicode canonicalization drift in node metadata policy classification could broaden node allowlists. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 2026.3.1.

GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c at a Glance

CVE Identifier N/A
GHSA Identifier GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-436: Interpretation Conflict
Affected Product OpenClaw
Package Ecosystem npm
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected OpenClaw dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

openclaw fixed: 2026.3.1 
npm install openclaw@2026.3.1
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

npm ls openclaw

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Node.js application is affected by GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c, inspect your project dependencies using npm:

npm ls openclaw

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of OpenClaw in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 2026.3.1), your application is affected.

Note: The npm ls openclaw command inspects dependencies declared in your package.json and lockfile; it does not perform automated runtime dynamic scanning.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-436: Interpretation Conflict, where product a handles inputs or steps differently than product b, which causes a to perform incorrect actions based on its perception of b's state. In OpenClaw, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

### Summary A paired node could supply Unicode-confusable `platform` or `deviceFamily` metadata that passed metadata pinning but classified differently for command policy resolution, broadening default node command allowlists. ### Impact This is a policy-bypass issue within the paired-node trust boundary and can expand node command availability beyond intended defaults. ### Fix Node metadata canonicalization was hardened against confusables, and unknown platform defaults were made conservative (excluding `system.run` and `system.which` unless explicitly allowlisted). ### Affected and Patched Versions - Affected: `<= 2026.2.26` - Patched: `2026.3.1`

GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c Affected OpenClaw Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
2026.3.1
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
openclaw
npm/openclaw
npm
< 2026.3.1
2026.3.1

References

GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c
OpenClaw Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c?
GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c is a security vulnerability in OpenClaw involving Unicode canonicalization drift in node metadata policy classification could broaden node allowlists under CWE-436: Interpretation Conflict.
Which OpenClaw versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 2026.3.1 across affected packages: openclaw.
What version fixes GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c?
Upgrading to 2026.3.1 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is openclaw affected?
Yes, openclaw is affected in releases prior to 2026.3.1. Upgrade your dependency to 2026.3.1 or later.
What CWE is associated with GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c?
GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c is classified under CWE-436: Interpretation Conflict (Product A handles inputs or steps differently than Product B, which causes A to perform incorrect actions based on its perception of B's state.).
How can I check npm dependencies for GHSA-392f-ggf5-fp3c?
Run the dependency tree command: 'npm ls openclaw'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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