Gravity Forms CVE-2025-12352: Critical Security Update and Migration Checklist
Important security advisory for Gravity Forms users and a comprehensive migration checklist for affected sites.
A critical security vulnerability (CVE-2025-12352) has been identified in Gravity Forms versions prior to 2.8.5. This article provides essential information for WordPress administrators.
Vulnerability Overview
The vulnerability allows authenticated users with contributor-level permissions to execute arbitrary code through specially crafted form submissions.
Severity: Critical (CVSS 9.8) Affected Versions: Gravity Forms < 2.8.5
Immediate Actions Required
1. Update Immediately
If you’re running an affected version:
Navigate to: Plugins → Installed Plugins → Gravity Forms → Update2. Audit Your Site
Check for signs of compromise:
- Unexpected admin users
- Modified files in wp-content
- Unusual database entries
3. Review Form Submissions
Examine recent submissions for suspicious patterns or unexpected data.
Migration Checklist
If you’re considering alternatives, here’s what to evaluate:
- Export all existing form data
- Document form configurations
- Map field types to new platform
- Test submission workflows
- Update any API integrations
- Verify notification settings
Prevention Going Forward
- Enable automatic security updates
- Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF)
- Implement least-privilege access controls
- Regular security audits
Stay secure and keep your WordPress installations updated.