CVE-2022-29453: WordPress API KEY for Google Maps plugin <= 1.2.1 - CSRF vulnerability leading to Google Maps API key update

Published Jun 15, 2022
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Updated

Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in API KEY for Google Maps plugin <= 1.2.1 at WordPress leading to Google Maps API key update.

Affected Software

1 affected component
AyeCode Api Key For Google Maps Wordpress<=1.2.1

Remediation

Information

Update to 1.2.2 or higher version.

Event History

Jun 15, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-29453?

CVE-2022-29453 is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the API KEY for Google Maps plugin <= 1.2.1 at WordPress leading to Google Maps API key update.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-29453?

CVE-2022-29453 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 4.3.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-29453?

API KEY for Google Maps plugin versions up to and including 1.2.1 on WordPress are affected by CVE-2022-29453.

4

How can CVE-2022-29453 be exploited?

CVE-2022-29453 can be exploited through Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks, allowing an attacker to update the Google Maps API key.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2022-29453?

Yes, a fix for CVE-2022-29453 is available. Update API KEY for Google Maps plugin to version 1.2.2 or later.

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