A security-first behavioral framework that enforces a stop-think-verify flow to prevent AI agents from executing malicious actions.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install zero-trust-protocol
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install zero-trust-protocol using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Zero Trust Security Protocol?
The Zero Trust Security Protocol is a comprehensive security framework designed specifically for AI agents. It operates on the core principle of never trust, always verify, ensuring that no external action—whether it is clicking a URL, installing a package, or handling credentials—is performed without a rigorous verification process. By implementing this within the Openclaw Skills ecosystem, developers can prevent common AI vulnerabilities such as prompt injection, phishing, and credential leaking.
This skill transforms the agent from a purely compliant executor into a security-aware collaborator. It provides a structured methodology for identifying red flags like typosquatted package names, obfuscated code, and suspicious network calls. By integrating this protocol, you ensure that your AI agent remains a productive tool rather than a potential attack vector within your infrastructure.
Zero Trust Security Protocol Use Cases
- Preventing the accidental installation of malicious or typosquatted software packages.
- Securing sensitive API keys and credentials from being leaked in chat histories or public logs.
- Validating external URLs and links to avoid phishing sites and malicious redirects.
- Restricting elevated privilege execution by requiring human approval for sudo or system-level changes.
- Auditing AI behavior through a mandatory logging flow for all irreversible external actions.
How Zero Trust Security Protocol Works
- STOP: The agent pauses immediately when an external or irreversible action is requested.
- THINK: It evaluates the potential risks and worst-case scenarios associated with the specific request.
- VERIFY: The agent performs automated checks on the source, such as verifying PyPI download counts, domain legitimacy, or URL expansion.
- ASK: If any uncertainty exists, the agent presents its findings to the user and requests explicit approval.
- ACT: Only after receiving human confirmation does the agent execute the approved command or network request.
- LOG: Every security-sensitive action and approval is documented to maintain a clear audit trail.
Zero Trust Security Protocol Setup
To integrate this protocol into your environment, ensure it is enabled within your configuration directory. Follow these steps to secure your credentials:
# Create a secure configuration directory
mkdir -p ~/.openclaw/workspace
# Create a .env file for secrets
touch ~/.openclaw/workspace/.env
# Set restrictive permissions (read/write for owner only)
chmod 600 ~/.openclaw/workspace/.env
Ensure that the Zero Trust Security Protocol is listed in your active Openclaw Skills to begin enforcing the verification flow.
Zero Trust Security Protocol Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill manages data by strictly separating workspace operations from external interactions and organizing metadata as follows:
| Data Type | Storage Location | Security Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | ~/.config/ or .env |
File permissions set to 600; never logged |
| Action Logs | Workspace log files | Documented with approval timestamps |
| URL Metadata | In-memory cache | Temporary expansion and TLD verification |
| Workspace Files | Local project root | Accessible without explicit per-action approval |
Zero Trust Security Protocol Advanced Features
- Red Flag Detection: Automatic scanning for base64-encoded payloads and non-standard network ports.
- Leak Prevention: Real-time outbound message scanning for patterns like API keys (sk-, xai-) and sensitive file paths.
- Multi-Skill Integration: Seamlessly works with skill-vetter and drift-guard to provide a complete security and behavioral oversight suite.
- Automated URL Expansion: Uses services to expand shortened links and analyze domain reputation before interaction.
- Credential Rotation Alerts: Automatically prompts the user to rotate keys if a leak is detected in the output stream.
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