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OpenClaw AI Agent Security Concerns in Business Environments

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OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent formerly known as MoltBot and ClawdBot, has rapidly gained popularity on GitHub, raising significant security concerns due to its extensive access to user systems and data. The AI agent can execute commands, manage files, and interact with various platforms, posing risks such as prompt injection and unauthorized access. Despite its growth, security experts warn about the dangers of integrating such AI agents into corporate environments without proper safeguards. The project has seen a 14-fold increase in adoption within a week, with over 113,000 stars on GitHub. However, its rapid development and extensive access capabilities have led to concerns about potential data breaches and supply chain risks. Experts emphasize the need for better security practices to mitigate these risks.

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  1. 30.01.2026 18:40 1 articles · 23h ago

    OpenClaw AI Agent Gains Popularity Amid Security Concerns

    OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent, has rapidly gained popularity on GitHub, with over 113,000 stars in less than a week. The AI agent can execute terminal commands, run scripts, browse the web, read and write files, and control browsers. About 22% of employees at some companies are using OpenClaw, raising concerns about shadow IT and unauthorized access. The project has seen a 14-fold increase in adoption within a week, with over 113,000 stars on GitHub. However, its rapid development and extensive access capabilities have led to concerns about potential data breaches and supply chain risks.

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  • OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent, has rapidly gained popularity on GitHub, with over 113,000 stars in less than a week.

    First reported: 30.01.2026 18:40
    1 source, 1 article
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  • The AI agent can execute terminal commands, run scripts, browse the web, read and write files, and control browsers.

    First reported: 30.01.2026 18:40
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  • About 22% of employees at some companies are using OpenClaw, raising concerns about shadow IT and unauthorized access.

    First reported: 30.01.2026 18:40
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  • OpenClaw is susceptible to prompt injection through processed data, such as emails, which can lead to unauthorized actions.

    First reported: 30.01.2026 18:40
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  • The project has seen a 14-fold increase in adoption within a week, with over 113,000 stars on GitHub.

    First reported: 30.01.2026 18:40
    1 source, 1 article
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  • Security experts warn about the 'lethal trifecta' of AI agents: access to sensitive data, exposure to untrusted content, and external communication.

    First reported: 30.01.2026 18:40
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