Vulnerability Description
The Gravity Forms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 3.1.0.4 via the upload_file function. This is due to a mismatch between the field validation pipeline and the file persistence pipeline, where hidden file upload fields bypass extension validation and a rejected file's intact upload state is later passed to upload_file() without re-validation. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload files that may be executable, which makes remote code execution possible. Exploitation requires the targeted form to contain a File Upload field with its Visibility set to 'Hidden'; the vulnerability is reachable by unauthenticated attackers on any publicly accessible form meeting this condition.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://docs.gravityforms.com/gravityforms-change-log/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/787e22a9-329b-4e71-bc2
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-84434?
CVE-2026-84434 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Gravity Forms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 3.1.0.4 via the upload_file function. This is due to a mismatch between the field va...
How severe is CVE-2026-84434?
CVE-2026-84434 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-84434?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.