Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in Balbooa Forms Extension for Joomla
CVE-2026-56291
Key Information:
- Vendor
Balbooa.com
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 9 July 2026
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What is CVE-2026-56291?
The Balbooa Forms extension for Joomla contains a vulnerability that allows unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary files, including executable files. This flaw can be exploited to achieve remote code execution (RCE), posing a significant security threat to sites leveraging this extension. It is essential for administrators to apply the latest security patches to mitigate potential risks associated with this vulnerability.
CISA has reported CVE-2026-56291
CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed CVE-2026-56291 as being exploited but is not known by the CISA to be used in ransomware campaigns. This is subject to change at pace
The CISA's recommendation is: Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Affected Version(s)
balbooa.com Balbooa Forms extension for Joomla 1.0-2.4.0
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
References
EPSS Score
76% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V4
Timeline
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Public PoC available
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Exploit known to exist
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CISA Reported
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved