Executive summary OpenClaw’s rapid evolution from prototype to widespread deployment revealed fundamental security gaps in autonomous agent design, emphasizing that robust traditional security controls are non-negotiable foundations. The agent’s vulnerabilities align with the OWASP Top 10 for Agentic Applications, including threats such as goal hijacking, tool misuse, privilege escalation, supply chain risks, and more. Practical security measures include separating instruction and data channels, implementing capability-based access controls, using dedicated service accounts, verifying third-party extensions, enforcing sandboxing, and continuous runtime monitoring. A defense-in-depth strategy is essential, combining traditional security, architectural controls, and runtime protections to mitigate both conventional and agent-specific risks.…