WordPress security changelog
CRITICAL CVE-2026-81780 Deferred

Hash Form permits unauthenticated arbitrary file upload

Hash Form through 1.4.2 allows an unauthenticated attacker to upload a dangerous file to the site. Attacker-controlled executable content can lead to arbitrary code execution and full site compromise.

CVE / CNA score 10.0 CVSS 3.1 · audit@patchstack.com
NVD score Pending NVD has not published its own CVSS assessment.
Component
Hash Form
Plugin slug
hash-form
Affected
n/a through 1.4.2
Safe version
1.4.3
Published
Aug 31, 2026
Weakness
CWE-434 — Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type

This CVE was published Aug 31, 2026 and is one of 8 known issues for this plugin.

Update, patch or deactivate.

Update Hash Form to 1.4.3 or later and inspect uploads, WordPress files, accounts and administrator activity for signs of compromise.

A safe version is available, so updating to that version or later is the preferred remediation. If an immediate update is not practical, consider a targeted application patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality.

Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.

Technical description

Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload in Hash Form <= 1.4.2 versions.

CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary and upstream sources