critical CVSS 9.8

CVE-2026-27002·Docker vulnerability

OpenClaw is a personal AI assistant. Prior to version 2026.2.15, a configuration injection issue in the Docker tool sandbox could allow dangerous Docker options (bind mounts, host networking, unconfined profiles) to be applied, enabling container escape or host data access. OpenClaw 2026.2.15 blocks dangerous sandbox Docker settings and includes runtime enforcement when building `docker create` args; config-schema validation for `network=host`, `seccompProfile=unconfined`, `apparmorProfile=unconfined`; and security audit findings to surface dangerous sandbox docker config. As a workaround, do not configure `agents.*.sandbox.docker.binds` to mount system directories or Docker socket paths, keep `agents.*.sandbox.docker.network` at `none` (default) or `bridge`, and do not use `unconfined` for seccomp/AppArmor profiles.

Severity
critical
Software
Docker
Fixed in
2026.2.15
Published
2026-02-20

Affected versions

Until: 2026.2.15

Fixed in: 2026.2.15

How to fix this CVE

Upgrade Docker to version 2026.2.15 or later to patch the configuration injection vulnerability that could allow container escape through dangerous sandbox Docker options. This fix enforces strict validation on Docker bind mounts, network settings, and security profiles. Immediately audit your OpenClaw agent configurations to ensure no system directories or Docker sockets are mounted in sandbox containers.

sudo dnf update docker-ce docker-ce-cli docker-buildx-plugin docker-compose-plugin

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How to check if you are affected

  1. Check Docker version: Run 'docker --version' and verify the version is 2026.2.15 or later
  2. Inspect OpenClaw agent sandbox configuration: Examine all OpenClaw config files (typically in /etc/openclaw/ or ~/.openclaw/) for agents.*.sandbox.docker.* settings
  3. Search for dangerous mount bindings: Run 'grep -r "binds.*:" /etc/openclaw/ /root/.openclaw/' to identify any agents mounting host system directories or /var/run/docker.sock
  4. Review Docker daemon logs for privilege escalation attempts: Check 'journalctl -u docker -n 500 | grep -i "unconfined\|host\|privileged"' for suspicious container creation patterns
  5. Verify runtime enforcement is active: Restart the OpenClaw service with 'sudo systemctl restart openclaw' and confirm startup logs show config validation enabled

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-27002?

CVE-2026-27002 is a critical configuration injection vulnerability in OpenClaw's Docker sandbox integration that allows attackers to bypass security restrictions by injecting dangerous Docker options such as host network access, unconfined security profiles, or bind mounts to sensitive system paths, potentially leading to container escape and unauthorized host data access.

Is CVE-2026-27002 being actively exploited?

No, this vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog and no public exploits are available, though the critical CVSS 9.8 score indicates it should be prioritized for immediate patching.

What versions of Docker are affected by CVE-2026-27002?

All OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.2.15 are affected when used with vulnerable Docker sandbox configurations; the fix is included in OpenClaw 2026.2.15 and later.

How do I check if my server is vulnerable to CVE-2026-27002?

Run 'docker --version' to verify your Docker version is 2026.2.15 or later, then inspect your OpenClaw configuration with 'grep -r "sandbox.docker" /etc/openclaw/ ~/.openclaw/' to check for dangerous bind mounts or network settings.

Does Defensia detect CVE-2026-27002?

Yes — Defensia's CVE advisory scanner compares installed package versions against the NVD database. If Docker is installed on a monitored server, CVE-2026-27002 will appear in your dashboard with remediation steps.

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