CVE-2026-41368 — OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 contains an environment variable
CVE-2026-41368 — OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 contains an environment variable disclosure vulnerability in the jq safe-bin policy that fails to block the $ENV filter. Attackers can bypass safe-bin restrictions by using $ENV in jq programs to access sensitive environment variables that should be restric
What This Means For You
- If your environment is affected by CWE-668, review your exposure and prioritize patching based on your environment. Monitor vendor advisories for CVE-2026-41368 updates and patches.
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CVE-2026-41368 - OpenClaw jq $ENV Filter Bypass
title: CVE-2026-41368 - OpenClaw jq $ENV Filter Bypass
id: scw-2026-04-28-ai-1
status: experimental
level: high
description: |
Detects the use of 'jq' with the '$ENV' filter in its command line, which is indicative of an attempt to bypass OpenClaw's safe-bin policy and access sensitive environment variables as described in CVE-2026-41368.
author: SCW Feed Engine (AI-generated)
date: 2026-04-28
references:
- https://shimiscyberworld.com/posts/nvd-CVE-2026-41368/
tags:
- attack.execution
- attack.t1059.004
logsource:
category: process_creation
detection:
selection:
Image|contains:
- 'jq'
CommandLine|contains:
- '$ENV'
condition: selection
falsepositives:
- Legitimate administrative activity
Source: Shimi's Cyber World · License & reuse
Indicators of Compromise
| ID | Type | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-41368 | vulnerability | CVE-2026-41368 |
| CWE-668 | weakness | CWE-668 |
Written by SCW Vulnerability Desk
Source & Attribution
| Source Platform | NVD |
| Channel | National Vulnerability Database |
| Published | April 28, 2026 at 03:16 UTC |
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