GHSA-j6c7-3h5x-99g9
OpenClaw: Shell-wrapper detection missed env-argv assignment injection forms
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Details
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## Summary
Shell-wrapper detection missed env-argv assignment injection forms.
## Affected Packages / Versions
- Package: `openclaw`
- Ecosystem: npm
- Affected versions: `>= 2026.2.22 < 2026.4.12`
- Patched versions: `>= 2026.4.12`
## Impact
Exec preflight handling missed shell-wrapper and argv-level environment assignment forms that could affect execution semantics, including high-risk shell environment controls.
## Technical Details
The fix broadens shell-wrapper detection and blocks environment assignments in argv forms. High-risk shell variables such as `SHELLOPTS` and `PS4` are covered by the host environment security policy.
## Fix
The issue was fixed in #65717. The first stable tag containing the fix is `v2026.4.12`, and `[email protected]` includes the fix.
## Fix Commit(s)
- `8f8492d172f4c5b4fd7dd9a47855ed620c8770ab`
- PR: #65717
## Release Process Note
Users should upgrade to `openclaw` 2026.4.12 or newer. The latest npm release, `2026.4.14`, already includes the fix.
## Credits
Thanks to @decsecre583 for reporting this issue.
References
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