What the vulnerability does
01Description
The esri-map-view plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's esri-map-view shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.3 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Esri Map View component versions 1.2.3 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability has a changed scope, meaning the impact can extend beyond the component itself. Low-privileged users can exploit this without user interaction to compromise site integrity and access sensitive data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers and affect the broader site.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other visitors and potentially compromising site data or functionality.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must be authenticated with low-level privileges; no user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
August 6, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated