CVE-2026-28392 - Vulnerability Analysis

Overview

OpenClaw < 2026.2.14 contains a privilege escalation caused by incorrect authorization in the Slack slash-command handler when dmPolicy is set to open, letting attackers execute privileged commands via direct message, exploit requires dmPolicy configuration.

Severity & Score

Impact

Attackers can execute privileged commands, bypassing allowlist and access-group restrictions, leading to privilege escalation.

Mitigation

Update to version 2026.2.14 or later.

References

• https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/f19eabee54c49e9a2e264b4965edf28a2f92e657
• https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-v773-r54f-q32w
• https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-privilege-escalation-in-slack-slash-command-handler-via-direct-messages

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TheHackerWire

@thehackerwire

Mar 6, 2026

🔴 CVE-2026-28392 - Critical (9.8) OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.14 contain a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Slack slash-command handler that incorrectly authorizes any direct message sender when dmPolicy is set to open (must be configured). Attackers can execute pri... 🔗 https://www.thehackerwire.com/vulnerability/CVE-2026-28392/ #CVE #vulnerability #infosec #cybersecurity #security #Tenda #patchstack

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