Arbitrary Code Execution in Forminator WordPress Plugin

Executive Summary

This vulnerability affects the Forminator Forms WordPress plugin versions before 1.57.0.5. It allows any single site administrator on a multisite WordPress network to execute arbitrary code across the entire network by exploiting the Hub Connector API Key setting, which should be restricted to network administrators only.

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Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the Forminator Forms plugin. If it is below 1.57.0.5, the system is vulnerable. Use WordPress admin panel or run a command like 'wp plugin list' in the WordPress directory to verify the version.

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Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows an attacker with access to any single site on a multisite WordPress network to execute arbitrary code across the entire network. This could lead to complete compromise of all sites, data theft, or further attacks on the server.

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Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches across multiple sites on a network, potentially violating GDPR, HIPAA, or other compliance standards that require strict access controls and data protection measures.

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Mitigation Strategies

Update the Forminator Forms plugin to version 1.57.0.5 or higher immediately. Restrict network-wide settings to network administrators only in multisite WordPress installations.

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