OpenClaw Security: Protecting Your AI Agent from Threats

When running an AI agent, security is paramount. Since your agent might have access to your personal data or even your system, you must ensure it's properly hardened.

1. Use API Key Rotation

Never hardcode your API keys. Use environment variables and rotate them regularly. If your key is leaked, an attacker could drain your credits or worse.

2. Implement Prompt Injection Defense

Prompt injection is a technique where an attacker tries to "trick" your AI into ignoring its instructions.

• Use System Prompts: Clearly define the agent's boundaries in the system prompt.
• Sanitize Inputs: Don't let user inputs go directly into sensitive commands.

3. Container Isolation

Running OpenClaw in Docker provides a layer of isolation. Ensure you:

• Run containers as a non-root user.
• Limit container resources (CPU/RAM) to prevent DDoS.

4. Credential Management

Use a secrets manager if possible, or at least ensure your .env files are never checked into version control.

By following these best practices, you can run your OpenClaw agent with confidence.