What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in html5maps Interactive UK Map interactive-uk-map allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Interactive UK Map: from n/a through <= 3.4.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Interactive UK Map plugin contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site visitor, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement. All versions up to 3.4.8 are affected.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' sessions and credentials can be compromised; site content can be altered or redirected.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
A site visitor must click an attacker-supplied link while logged in or visiting the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 2, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated