MIIT warns of security risks in OpenClaw
The National Vulnerability Database (NVDB) under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) issued guidelines on Wednesday to address security risks associated with OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent commonly known as “Lobster” in China. The guidelines highlighted vulnerabilities across typical applications, including smart offices, IT operations, personal assistants and financial trading. The NVDB outlined “six dos and six don’ts,” recommending that users adopt official updates, strictly limit internet exposure, adhere to the principle of least privilege, use skill marketplaces safely, guard against social engineering attacks and browser hijacking and build long-term defense mechanisms.
