OpenClaw vulnerability

What happened

OpenClaw versions before 2026.8.1 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability in webhook TaskFlow cancellation that allows attackers to cancel unrelated sessions. An attacker with a webhook route secret can supply an arbitrary child session key to cancel ACP or subagent work outside the route's configured authority.

Affected versions

OpenClaw: before 2026.8.1 (semver) Fixed: See vendor advisory.

Why it matters

Review the vendor advisory and exposure of the affected product to determine operational impact.

Detection & mitigation

• Apply vendor-provided updates or mitigations.
• Review affected product exposure and access logs.