What the vulnerability does
01Description
The WordPress Plugin for Google Maps – WP MAPS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'id' parameter of the 'put_wpgm' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 4.6.1 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Maps – Store Locator contains a SQL injection vulnerability in versions up to 4.6.1. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious SQL code through the plugin's input fields, potentially reading, modifying, or deleting database contents. The vulnerability requires a valid WordPress account but no additional user interaction.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read, modify, or delete data from the site's database using SQL injection.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Database contents can be compromised; user data, posts, and settings may be exposed or altered.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
June 29, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
