CVE-2025-9044: Mapster WP Maps <= 1.20.0 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Published Sep 26, 2025
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Updated

The Mapster WP Maps plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via multiple fields in versions up to, and including, 1.20.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor-level permissions and above to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Mapster WP Maps<=1.20.0

Event History

Sep 26, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:25 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:25 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
May 4, 57893
Event
via FIRST·04:38 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-9044?

CVE-2025-9044 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-9044?

To fix CVE-2025-9044, update the Mapster WP Maps plugin to version 1.20.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-9044?

CVE-2025-9044 affects users of the Mapster WP Maps plugin for WordPress versions up to 1.20.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-9044?

CVE-2025-9044 is classified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can an unauthenticated user exploit CVE-2025-9044?

No, only authenticated users with contributor-level permissions can exploit CVE-2025-9044.

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