What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Best-wp-google-map plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'latitude' and 'longitudinal' parameters of the 'google_map_view' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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
Best WP Google Map versions 2.1 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability has a changed scope, meaning injected code can affect other users and site functionality. An attacker with low-level site access can craft malicious input that executes in other users' browsers when they view affected pages.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers and affects site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated attackers can steal session tokens, deface content, or redirect users to malicious sites.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege account on the site (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 14, 2026
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
