CVE-2020-36853: 10WebMapBuilder <= 1.0.63 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Plugin Settings Change

Published Oct 18, 2025
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Updated

The 10WebMapBuilder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Plugin Settings Change in versions up to, and including, 1.0.63 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping and a lack of capability checks. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.

Affected Software

1 affected component
10web 10WebMapBuilder<=1.0.63

Event History

Oct 18, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:33 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-36853?

CVE-2020-36853 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-36853?

To fix CVE-2020-36853, update the 10WebMapBuilder plugin to version 1.0.64 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-36853?

CVE-2020-36853 affects WordPress sites using the 10WebMapBuilder plugin versions 1.0.63 and earlier.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-36853?

CVE-2020-36853 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2020-36853?

Attackers exploiting CVE-2020-36853 can potentially execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the user's session.

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