CVE-2025-47557: WordPress MapSVG plugin <= 8.5.31 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published May 16, 2025
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in RomanCode MapSVG allows Stored XSS. This issue affects MapSVG: from n/a through 8.5.31.

Other sources

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in RomanCode MapSVG mapsvg allows Stored XSS.This issue affects MapSVG: from n/a through <= 8.5.31.

— MITRE

Affected Software

1 affected component
RomanCode MapSVG<=8.5.31

Event History

May 16, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:45 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-47557?

CVE-2025-47557 is a critical Stored XSS vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute malicious scripts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-47557?

To fix CVE-2025-47557, update the MapSVG plugin to the latest version beyond 8.5.31.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-47557?

CVE-2025-47557 affects users of RomanCode MapSVG and the WordPress MapSVG plugin versions up to 8.5.31.

4

What kind of attacks can be launched using CVE-2025-47557?

With CVE-2025-47557, attackers can exploit the stored XSS vulnerability to execute scripts that compromise user sessions or steal sensitive data.

5

Is CVE-2025-47557 a widespread vulnerability?

CVE-2025-47557 is considered widespread due to the popularity of the affected MapSVG plugin for web applications.

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