CVE-2021-24383

Public Exploit
WP Google Maps < 8.1.12 - Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

The WP Google Maps WordPress plugin before 8.1.12 did not sanitise, validate of escape the Map Name when output in the Map List of the admin dashboard, leading to an authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.87% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory packetstormsecurity.com Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: WP Google Maps WP Google Maps
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1270588c-53fe-447e-b83c-1b877dc7a954 third party advisory exploit
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163261/WordPress-WP-Google-Maps-8.1.11-Cross-Site-Scripting.html third party advisory vdb entry exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24383?
CVE-2021-24383 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24383?
To fix CVE-2021-24383, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-24383 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24383 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24383?
CVE-2021-24383 affects WP Google Maps WP Google Maps.
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