CVE-2026-43567: OpenClaw Screen_record OutPath Bypassed Workspace-only Filesystem Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-jf25-7968-h2h5
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CWE-863 CWE-22
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2026-43567 is a MODERATE screen_record outpath bypassed workspace-only filesystem vulnerability (CWE-863: Incorrect Authorization) affecting OpenClaw libraries in the npm ecosystem. The issue involves screen_record outpath bypassed workspace-only filesystem guard. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 2026.4.10.

CVE-2026-43567 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2026-43567
GHSA Identifier GHSA-jf25-7968-h2h5
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-863: Incorrect Authorization
Affected Product OpenClaw
Package Ecosystem npm
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2026-43567

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: 2026.4.10 
npm install openclaw@2026.4.10
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-2026-43567, 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 2026.4.10), 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-863: Incorrect Authorization, where the product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. 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 screen_record outPath bypassed workspace-only filesystem guard. ## Affected Packages / Versions - Package: `openclaw` - Ecosystem: npm - Affected versions: `< 2026.4.10` - Patched versions: `>= 2026.4.10` ## Impact The node-host screen recording tool could honor an `outPath` outside the workspace guard, allowing an authorized tool call to write outside the intended workspace boundary. ## Technical Details The fix applies the workspace-root guard to node tool `outPath` handling, including screen recording paths. ## Fix The issue was fixed in #63551. The first stable tag containing the fix is `v2026.4.10`, and `openclaw@2026.4.14` includes the fix. ## Fix Commit(s) - `635bb35b68d8faa5bfa2fda35feadd315122748a` - PR: #63551 ## Release Process Note Users should upgrade to `openclaw` 2026.4.10 or newer. The latest npm release, `2026.4.14`, already includes the fix. ## Credits Thanks to @anshumanbh for reporting this issue.

CVE-2026-43567 Affected OpenClaw Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
2026.4.10
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
openclaw
npm/openclaw
npm
< 2026.4.10
2026.4.10

References

GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-jf25-7968-h2h5
OpenClaw Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/pull/63551
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/635bb35b68d8faa5bfa2fda35feadd315122748a
OpenClaw Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-43567?
CVE-2026-43567 is a security vulnerability in OpenClaw involving screen_record outPath bypassed workspace-only filesystem guard under CWE-863: Incorrect Authorization.
Which OpenClaw versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 2026.4.10 across affected packages: openclaw.
What version fixes CVE-2026-43567?
Upgrading to 2026.4.10 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is openclaw affected?
Yes, openclaw is affected in releases prior to 2026.4.10. Upgrade your dependency to 2026.4.10 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2026-43567?
CVE-2026-43567 is classified under CWE-863: Incorrect Authorization (The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check.).
How can I check npm dependencies for CVE-2026-43567?
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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