CVE-2021-36871: WordPress WP Google Maps Pro premium plugin <= 8.1.11 - Multiple Authenticated Persistent XSS vulnerabilities

Published Sep 9, 2021
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Updated

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

Affected Software

1 affected component
Codecabin Wp Go Maps Wordpress<=8.1.11

Remediation

Information

Update to the 8.1.12 version.

Event History

Sep 9, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:19 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:19 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-36871?

CVE-2021-36871 refers to multiple authenticated persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the WordPress WP Google Maps Pro premium plugin (versions <= 8.1.11).

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36871?

CVE-2021-36871 has a severity level of medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-36871?

Versions of WP Google Maps Pro plugin up to and including 8.1.11 are affected by CVE-2021-36871.

4

How can I fix the CVE-2021-36871 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2021-36871 vulnerability, you should update the WP Google Maps Pro plugin to a version higher than 8.1.11.

5

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2021-36871?

The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2021-36871 is CWE-79, which refers to Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting').

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