Security Best Practices
Protect your OpenClaw instance and data
Understanding OpenClaw security risks and how AiBotClaw keeps you safe
OpenClaw Ecosystem Security Challenges
Real security issues you need to know about
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CVE-2026-25253
CRITICAL • CVSS 8.8- Allows one-click remote code execution
- Exploits cross-site WebSocket hijacking
- Fixed in version 2026.1.29
✓ All AiBotClaw instances are automatically patched
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ClawHavoc Malicious Skills
HIGH RISK • FEB 2026- 341 malicious ClawHub skills discovered
- Spread Atomic Stealer (credential theft malware)
- Stole API keys, OAuth tokens, sensitive data
✓ AiBotClaw screens all skills before recommendation
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Security Industry Assessments
INDUSTRY WARNINGS- npm founder CTO: "security dumpster fire"
- Cisco: "security nightmare"
- Palo Alto Networks: "potential biggest insider threat of 2026"
✓ AiBotClaw implements enterprise-grade security
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Exposed Instance Risks
WIDESPREAD ISSUE- 21,639 globally exposed OpenClaw instances (Jan 31, 2026)
- Most are misconfigured with security vulnerabilities
✓ AiBotClaw uses secure configuration by default
How to Protect Your Instance
5 essential security areas to focus on
API Key Security
- Never share API keys publicly or in code repositories
- Rotate keys regularly (every 90 days recommended)
- Use different keys for development and production
- Enable API key restrictions (IP allowlists when possible)
- Monitor API usage for unusual patterns
Skill Installation Safety
- Only install skills from trusted developers
- Check skill ratings and review count before installing
- Read skill permissions carefully
- Review skill source code if possible
- Uninstall unused skills immediately
- Keep installed skills updated
- Use AiBotClaw's skill screening (Pro/Max plans)
Platform Connection Security
- Use strong, unique passwords for all platforms
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) where available
- Review connected devices regularly
- Revoke unused platform connections
- Use private channels for sensitive conversations
- Limit bot permissions to minimum necessary
Instance Access Control
- Use strong, unique password for AiBotClaw dashboard
- Enable 2FA on your AiBotClaw account
- Regularly review access logs
- Don't share dashboard credentials
- Set up IP allowlists for dashboard access (Max plan)
- Use secure networks (avoid public WiFi)
Data Protection
- Avoid sending sensitive data through AI conversations
- Use encrypted channels when possible
- Regularly audit conversation logs
- Enable log retention limits appropriate for your needs
- Understand your AI provider's data policies
- Delete old conversations containing sensitive info
AiBotClaw Security Measures
What we do to protect you
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Automatic Security Updates
- Continuous tracking of OpenClaw security advisories
- Automatic application of security patches
- Zero-day vulnerability emergency response
- No manual updates required from users
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Skill Safety Screening
- Verified ClawHub skills recommendations only
- Skill security rating labels
- Blacklist management (auto-block malicious skills)
- Pre-installation risk warnings
- Scanning for known malware signatures
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Data Protection
- AES-256 encryption for API key storage
- Zero-knowledge architecture (we don't store plaintext keys)
- End-to-end HTTPS for all data transmission
- Regular security audits
- SOC 2 Type II compliance (planned)
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Access Control
- Instance isolation (each user in separate container)
- Network firewall rules
- DDoS protection
- Anomalous access detection and auto-ban
- Rate limiting on API calls
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Transparency & Incident Response
- Public security incident reporting
- Regular security bulletins
- User education and best practice guides
- 24/7 security incident response team (Max plan)
- Direct security hotline
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Compliance
- GDPR compliant (data protection)
- SOC 2 Type II (in progress)
- Automated data backup and disaster recovery
- Data residency options (enterprise plans)
Skill Installation Security Checklist
Complete this checklist before installing any skill
Check skill developer reputation
Read skill description and permissions
Review community ratings (minimum 4+ stars)
Check review count (minimum 10+ reviews)
Verify last update date (updated within 6 months)
Search for security reports or issues
Check if skill is in AiBotClaw verified list
Test in private/development environment first
Review access permissions requested
Understand what data skill can access
Security Incident Response
What to do if your instance is compromised
Immediate Actions
- Disconnect compromised instance immediately
- Rotate all API keys and access tokens
- Review access logs for suspicious activity
- Change all passwords (OpenClaw, platforms, AiBotClaw)
- Contact AiBotClaw support immediately
Investigation
- Identify which skills were installed recently
- Check for unauthorized configuration changes
- Review conversation logs for data exposure
- Check connected platforms for unusual activity
- Document timeline of suspicious events
Recovery
- Remove all suspicious skills
- Reset instance to known-good configuration
- Re-enable connections one by one
- Monitor closely for 72 hours
- Consider upgrading to Max plan for dedicated security support
Prevention
- Enable all available security features
- Implement stricter skill installation policies
- Regular security audits
- User training on security best practices
Your Security, Our Priority
Enterprise-grade protection included
CVE-2026-25253 Automatically Patched
Skill Screening On All Plans
Enterprise-Grade Infrastructure
Real-Time Security Monitoring
24/7 Incident Response (Max Plan)
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