CVE-2026-15008: CWE-502 Deserialization of Untrusted Data in uncannyowl Uncanny Automator – Easy Automation, Integration, Webhooks & Workflow Builder Plugin
The Uncanny Automator – Easy Automation, Integration, Webhooks & Workflow Builder Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the fr_token function in all versions up to, and including, 7.3.1.4. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php). Exploitation requires a Forminator form connected to an Uncanny Automator recipe configured for 'Everyone', allowing unauthenticated form submissions to supply the malicious serialized payload; a gadget chain is present within the plugin via the Action_Helpers_Email __destruct() method, meaning no external gadget library is required.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-15008 is a high severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.1) in the Uncanny Automator WordPress plugin (up to and including 7.3.1.4) that allows unauthenticated attackers to perform arbitrary file deletion via insufficient validation of file paths in the fr_token function. The attack vector requires a Forminator form connected to an Uncanny Automator recipe configured for 'Everyone', permitting unauthenticated form submissions to supply a malicious serialized payload. The plugin contains a gadget chain in the Action_Helpers_Email __destruct() method enabling deserialization of untrusted data without external gadget libraries. Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution by deleting critical files such as wp-config.php.
Potential Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the vulnerable plugin, potentially leading to remote code execution if critical files like wp-config.php are removed. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict or disable the use of Forminator forms connected to Uncanny Automator recipes configured for 'Everyone' to prevent unauthenticated submissions. Monitor for updates from the vendor and apply official patches once released.
CVE-2026-15008: CWE-502 Deserialization of Untrusted Data in uncannyowl Uncanny Automator – Easy Automation, Integration, Webhooks & Workflow Builder Plugin
Description
The Uncanny Automator – Easy Automation, Integration, Webhooks & Workflow Builder Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the fr_token function in all versions up to, and including, 7.3.1.4. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php). Exploitation requires a Forminator form connected to an Uncanny Automator recipe configured for 'Everyone', allowing unauthenticated form submissions to supply the malicious serialized payload; a gadget chain is present within the plugin via the Action_Helpers_Email __destruct() method, meaning no external gadget library is required.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-15008 is a high severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.1) in the Uncanny Automator WordPress plugin (up to and including 7.3.1.4) that allows unauthenticated attackers to perform arbitrary file deletion via insufficient validation of file paths in the fr_token function. The attack vector requires a Forminator form connected to an Uncanny Automator recipe configured for 'Everyone', permitting unauthenticated form submissions to supply a malicious serialized payload. The plugin contains a gadget chain in the Action_Helpers_Email __destruct() method enabling deserialization of untrusted data without external gadget libraries. Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution by deleting critical files such as wp-config.php.
Potential Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the vulnerable plugin, potentially leading to remote code execution if critical files like wp-config.php are removed. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict or disable the use of Forminator forms connected to Uncanny Automator recipes configured for 'Everyone' to prevent unauthenticated submissions. Monitor for updates from the vendor and apply official patches once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-07T21:26:57.330Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a589acd68715ace43b1c477
Added to database: 07/16/2026, 08:48:13 UTC
Last enriched: 07/16/2026, 09:03:03 UTC
Last updated: 07/17/2026, 01:46:54 UTC
Views: 12
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