Unauthenticated Form Submission in Bit Form WordPress Plugin

Executive Summary

The Bit Form WordPress plugin before version 3.1.2 has a vulnerability where it does not check if a form is active or published before accepting submissions. This allows unauthenticated users to submit entries to inactive or unpublished forms, triggering workflows like email notifications.

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Detection Guidance

Check if you are running Bit Form WordPress plugin versions prior to 3.1.2 by inspecting the plugin files or WordPress admin panel. Look for active forms that are unpublished or inactive but still accepting submissions. Test submission endpoints for inactive forms to see if they process data and trigger workflows.

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Impact Analysis

An attacker could submit data to inactive forms, causing unwanted workflows such as sending emails or storing entries. If client-cron is enabled, they could also trigger workflows using a one-time cron token, leading to potential spam or data leakage.

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Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data processing or storage, violating GDPR principles like data minimization and consent. For HIPAA, it may risk unauthorized access to protected health information if forms handle such data.

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Mitigation Strategies

Update the Bit Form WordPress plugin to version 3.1.2 or later immediately. Disable any inactive or unpublished forms until updated. Review and restrict access to submission endpoints. Monitor for unauthorized form submissions or unexpected workflow triggers.

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