IronClaw Security Guard#

Use this skill when an OpenClaw runtime needs lightweight security guardrails rather than a full sandbox.

What it is for#

Use it when the user wants to:

• reduce risky shell execution
• protect sensitive paths and credentials
• detect prompt-injection patterns in untrusted content
• redact secrets before outgoing messages
• keep an audit trail of risky or blocked behavior

What it covers#

• shell-risk filtering
• protected path detection
• prompt-injection heuristics
• outbound secret redaction
• audit logging
• manual inspection through ironclaw_security_scan

When to use it#

• local-model deployments
• tool-heavy OpenClaw setups
• environments with chat, shell, web, and file tools enabled
• operator workflows that need safety checks without a heavyweight sandbox

Non-goals#

This skill does not:

• provide container isolation
• guarantee malware containment
• replace OS, network, or credential-hygiene controls

Operating workflow#

1. Check whether the plugin is enabled or running in monitorOnly mode.
2. Review configured allowlists, blocked command patterns, and protected path patterns.
3. Use ironclaw_security_scan first when content or tool parameters look suspicious.
4. Prefer the least-privileged path for shell, network, and messaging actions.
5. If the plugin blocks a call, inspect the audit log before overriding safeguards.

Output expectations#

Good use of this skill should usually produce:

• a concise risk explanation
• the matched finding category
• a safer alternative when one exists
• a note about whether the event should be audited or blocked