What is the minimum safe setup for running OpenClaw?
Category:AI Agents Security
Quick Answer
Minimum safe setup: dedicated machine or VM (never primary device), isolated network segment, authentication enabled (disabled by default!), whitelist of allowed users, no access to sensitive credentials, manual review of every skill before installation.
Detailed Answer
Minimum Security Requirements
- Dedicated machine or VM — Never run on primary device
- Isolated network segment — Prevent lateral movement
- Authentication enabled — Disabled by default!
- Whitelist of allowed users — Limit access
- No sensitive credentials — Dont connect to critical accounts
- Manual skill review — Verify every skill before installation
Default Ports
- 3000 — Web UI / Control interface
- 8080 — API endpoint
Config Location
~/.openclaw/ ├── config.json # API keys (plaintext!) ├── memory.md # Conversation history ├── credentials/ # Service tokens └── skills/ # Installed skills
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