PT-2024-19031 · WordPress · Mapster Wp Maps

Abu Hurayra + 1 · Published 2024-01-08 · Updated 2024-01-11 · CVE-2024-21744

Positive Technologies (AI Summary)

CVSS v3.1

6.5

Medium

Base vector

AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Mapster WP Maps versions 1.2.38 and earlier

Description The issue is related to improper neutralization of input during web page generation, which allows stored cross-site scripting (XSS). This means that an attacker can inject malicious scripts into the website, potentially leading to unauthorized access or other malicious activities. The estimated number of potentially affected devices worldwide is not available. There is no information about real-world incidents where this issue was exploited.

Recommendations For versions 1.2.38 and earlier, update to a version later than 1.2.38 to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the Mapster WP Maps plugin until a patch is available. Avoid using the plugin's web page generation functionality until the issue is resolved. At the moment, there is no additional information about other mitigation measures.

Fix

XSS

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Related Identifiers

CVE-2024-21744

Affected Products

Mapster Wp Maps

References · 6

• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-21744 · Security Note
• https://osv.dev/vulnerability/CVE-2024-21744 · Vendor Advisory
• https://twitter.com/VulmonFeeds/status/1744445147075543149 · Twitter Post
• https://t.me/cvenotify/67106 · Telegram Post
• https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/mapster-wp-maps/wordpress-mapster-wp-maps-plugin-1-2-38-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve · Note
• https://twitter.com/CVEnew/status/1744453223212339306 · Twitter Post