CVE-2021-36870 MEDIUM

CVE-2021-36870: WordPress WP Google Maps plugin <= 8.1.12 - Multiple Authenticated Persistent XSS vulnerabilities

Vendor Code Cabin Inc
Product WP Google Maps (WordPress plugin)
Weakness CWE-79 · XSS
Published September 9, 2021
Last update April 28, 2026

CVSS base score

5.5/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required High
User interaction None
Confidentiality Low
Integrity Low

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Multiple Authenticated Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in WordPress WP Google Maps plugin (versions <= 8.1.12). Vulnerable parameters: &dataset_name, &wpgmza_gdpr_retention_purpose, &wpgmza_gdpr_company_name, &name #2, &name, &polyname #2, &polyname, &address.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

WP Google Maps version 8.1.12 contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows high-privilege users to inject malicious scripts. When executed, these scripts run in the browsers of other site visitors, potentially compromising their sessions or stealing data. The vulnerability affects the plugin's scope across the site.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers when they view affected pages.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Compromised admin accounts can inject persistent malware affecting all site visitors and their data.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have high-level WordPress privileges (administrator or equivalent role).

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

September 9, 2021 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated

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