CVE-2025-12528: Pie Forms for WP <= 1.6 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload

Published Nov 18, 2025
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Updated

The Pie Forms for WP plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 1.6 via the formatclassic function. This is due to insufficient file type validation where the validateclassic method validates file extensions and sets error messages but does not prevent the file upload process from continuing. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload files with dangerous extensions such as PHP, which makes remote code execution possible. In order to exploit this vulnerability, the attacker needs to guess the directory in which the file is placed (which is a somewhat predictable hash). In addition to that, the file name is generated using a secure hash method, limiting the exploitability of this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WP Pie Forms for WP<=1.6

Event History

Nov 18, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:27 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:27 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-12528?

CVE-2025-12528 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file upload.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-12528?

To fix CVE-2025-12528, update the Pie Forms for WP plugin to the latest version beyond 1.6.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-12528?

CVE-2025-12528 affects all versions of the Pie Forms for WP plugin up to and including version 1.6.

4

What is the main cause of CVE-2025-12528?

The main cause of CVE-2025-12528 is insufficient file type validation in the format_classic function.

5

What type of attacks can CVE-2025-12528 allow?

CVE-2025-12528 can allow attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to unauthorized access or execution of malicious code.

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