CVE-2023-28172 MEDIUM

CVE-2023-28172: WordPress WP Google Map Plugin Plugin <= 4.4.2 is vulnerable to Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)

Vendor Flippercode
Product WordPress Plugin for Google Maps – WP MAPS (formerly WP Google Map Plugin)
Weakness CWE-352 · CSRF
Published November 12, 2023
Last update April 28, 2026
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CVSS base score

5.4/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required None
User interaction Required
Confidentiality None
Integrity Low

CVSS vector

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

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in flippercode WordPress Plugin for Google Maps – WP MAPS (formerly WP Google Map Plugin) plugin <= 4.4.2 versions.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

The WP MAPS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. An attacker can craft a malicious webpage that, when visited by a logged-in site administrator, performs unwanted actions on the site without the admin's knowledge or consent. This affects versions up to 4.4.2. The vulnerability requires the admin to visit a malicious link but can modify site settings or data.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Trick a logged-in admin into performing unwanted actions on the site by visiting a malicious webpage.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

An attacker can modify WP MAPS settings or data if they trick your admin into visiting a malicious page.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Admin must be logged in and visit a malicious link crafted by the attacker.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

November 12, 2023 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated

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