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SigmaForms Pro Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in AI Generated Forms <= 1.4.5

CVE advisorySeverity: CRITICAL (CVSS 9.0)

CVE-2026-52705

This critical vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary files using SigmaForms Pro's AI-generated forms, potentially leading to severe security breaches. If this technology is relevant and reachable in our environment, it could impact website integrity and service availability by enabling the execu

Unrestricted File Upload

Halo Surface Signal

Likely · external exposure

4Halo Surface Signal

This vulnerability affects a WordPress plugin designed to handle forms. Such plugins are commonly deployed on public-facing web applications to interact with site visitors, making the arbitrary file upload functionality reachable via the internet in standard deployments.

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

This critical vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary files to systems using specific AI-generated form technology, potentially leading to severe security breaches. The main concern at this stage is confirming whether this technology is relevant to our environment and, if so, identifying any exposure.

  • Allows uploading unauthorized files.
  • Potential for severe security breaches.
  • Confirm relevance and exposure to our systems.

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

An attacker could upload a malicious file to a website using a vulnerable form plugin. This file could then be used to execute code on the server.

  • Unauthenticated network access required.
  • Uploading a specially crafted file.
  • Remote code execution and server compromise.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

When supported, an unauthenticated attacker could upload arbitrary files to a web server hosting SigmaForms Pro, potentially impacting website integrity and service availability. This could allow for the execution of malicious code, modification of website content, or denial-of-service conditions.

  • Website files and code could be affected.
  • Attackers could upload malicious files.
  • May lead to website compromise or disruption.

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

This vulnerability in SigmaForms Pro affects systems handling user-submitted data, likely managed by platform or application teams. The immediate priority is to identify all instances of the affected plugin, assess their exposure and criticality, and confirm the accountable owner. This will inform a prioritized remediation plan, potentially involving vendor coordination or the application of temporary security measures.

  • Identify affected systems and owners.
  • Verify plugin reachability and criticality.
  • Plan phased remediation or vendor engagement.

Supplementary metadata

PCI scan relevance

Yes

CVE-2026-52705 — Halo PCI Relevance: Yes. Under typical PCI ASV external scan criteria, this issue may be flagged for scan prioritization.

This critical vulnerability allows unauthenticated arbitrary file uploads, posing a significant security risk. Its high severity means it would likely cause a PCI scan failure.

Scan-prioritization guidance only—not a PCI DSS certification or ASV attestation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is SigmaForms Pro – AI Generated Forms?

SigmaForms Pro is a WordPress plugin used to build and manage dynamic, AI-assisted contact and data-entry forms. It allows site administrators to collect visitor information or files directly through their website, streamlining user interaction by automating form logic and content generation.

What does CWE-434 mean for CVE-2026-52705?

CWE-434 refers to Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type. In the context of this CVE, it means the plugin lacks sufficient checks to verify what kind of file is being uploaded. An attacker can exploit this weakness to save unauthorized, potentially harmful files directly onto the server's file system.

Do I need to be logged in to trigger this vulnerability?

No, authentication is not required to trigger this bug. The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated user to send a specially crafted request to the server. Simply viewing or interacting with a standard, non-malicious form on the site will not trigger the vulnerability; it requires a deliberate, malicious upload attempt.

Is my site at risk according to Halo Surface Signal?

Halo Surface Signal indicates this risk is high because SigmaForms Pro is typically used for public-facing forms. Since these features are intentionally designed to accept input from the internet, the vulnerable endpoint is generally reachable by anyone online, increasing the likelihood that an attacker could attempt an unauthorized upload.

How should I respond to this vulnerability?

Start by identifying every WordPress instance in your environment that has the SigmaForms Pro plugin installed. Once identified, determine which sites are public-facing to assess their priority. Contact your application or platform teams to verify if the plugin is in use and coordinate a plan to disable the functionality or apply official updates provided by the vendor.

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