CVE-2026-35647: OpenClaw Matrix Verification Notices Bypass Matrix Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-9wqx-g2cw-vc7r
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CWE-288 CWE-863
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2026-35647 is a MODERATE matrix verification notices bypass matrix vulnerability (CWE-288: Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel) affecting OpenClaw libraries in the npm ecosystem. The issue involves matrix verification notices bypass matrix dm policy and reply to unpaired dm peers. Remediation is available in the latest vendor maintenance releases.

CVE-2026-35647 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2026-35647
GHSA Identifier GHSA-9wqx-g2cw-vc7r
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-288: Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel
Affected Product OpenClaw
Package Ecosystem npm
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2026-35647

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: Latest secure release 
npm install openclaw@Latest secure release
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 CVE-2026-35647, 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 the patched release), 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-288: Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel, where the product requires authentication, but the product has an alternate path or channel that does not require authentication. 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 Matrix Verification Notices Bypass Matrix DM Policy and Reply to Unpaired DM Peers ## Affected Packages / Versions - Package: `openclaw` - Affected versions: `<= 2026.3.24` - First patched version: `2026.3.25` - Latest published npm version at verification time: `2026.3.24` ## Details Matrix verification notices previously bypassed DM access checks and could reply to peers that were unpaired or otherwise outside the allowed DM policy. Commit `2383daf5c4a4e08d9553e0e949552ad755ef9ec2` gates verification notices on DM access before sending. Verified vulnerable on tag `v2026.3.24` and fixed on `main` by commit `2383daf5c4a4e08d9553e0e949552ad755ef9ec2`. ## Fix Commit(s) - `2383daf5c4a4e08d9553e0e949552ad755ef9ec2`

CVE-2026-35647 Affected OpenClaw Versions

1 component(s)
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
openclaw
npm/openclaw
npm
≤ 2026.3.24

References

GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-9wqx-g2cw-vc7r
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/2383daf5c4a4e08d9553e0e949552ad755ef9ec2
OpenClaw Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-35647?
CVE-2026-35647 is a security vulnerability in OpenClaw involving Matrix Verification Notices Bypass Matrix DM Policy and Reply to Unpaired DM Peers under CWE-288: Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel.
Which OpenClaw versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to current release patches across affected packages: openclaw.
What version fixes CVE-2026-35647?
Upgrading to current release patches (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is openclaw affected?
Yes, openclaw is affected in releases prior to Latest secure release. Upgrade your dependency to Latest secure release or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2026-35647?
CVE-2026-35647 is classified under CWE-288: Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel (The product requires authentication, but the product has an alternate path or channel that does not require authentication.).
How can I check npm dependencies for CVE-2026-35647?
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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