CVE-2021-36871

WordPress WP Google Maps Pro premium plugin <= 8.1.11 - Multiple Authenticated Persistent XSS vulnerabilities

Description

Multiple Authenticated Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in WordPress WP Google Maps Pro premium plugin (versions <= 8.1.11). Vulnerable parameters: &wpgmaps_marker_category_name, Value > &attributes[], Name > &attributes[], &icons[], &names[], &description, &link, &title.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to the 8.1.12 version.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.73% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory wpgmaps.com
Affected: Code Cabin Inc WP Google Maps Pro
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wpgmaps.com/documentation/pro-changelog/ release notes vendor advisory
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-google-maps-pro/wordpress-wp-google-maps-pro-premium-plugin-8-1-11-multiple-authenticated-persistent-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerabilities third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36871?
CVE-2021-36871 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-36871?
To fix CVE-2021-36871: Update to the 8.1.12 version.
Is CVE-2021-36871 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-36871 is being actively exploited. 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-2021-36871?
CVE-2021-36871 affects Code Cabin Inc WP Google Maps Pro.
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