CVE-2025-54669CWE-89

WordPress MapSVG Plugin < 8.7.4 - SQL Injection Vulnerability

Critical · published August 14, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.3
EPSS
0%
Percentile
22.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An SQL injection vulnerability in MapSVG allows attackers to craft malicious commands that could wreak absolute havoc on your database! 🔥 Think of it like an open window in a secured office building — a sneaky intruder can slip in through that gap and access all your sensitive documents without breaking a sweat. This flaw lets attackers sneak in SQL commands that can manipulate your database like a puppet! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to read, alter, or even delete critical data from your database, leading to potential breaches that could compromise user information and trust. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, resulting in data leaks or loss that could take months to recover from!

Put simply

Think of it like an open window in a secured office building — a sneaky intruder can slip in through that gap and access all your sensitive documents without breaking a sweat. This flaw lets attackers sneak in SQL commands that can manipulate your database like a puppet! This SQL injection vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of special elements used in SQL commands. It allows attackers to insert malicious SQL statements, impacting the integrity of the database and enabling unauthorized actions.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to read, alter, or even delete critical data from your database, leading to potential breaches that could compromise user information and trust. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, resulting in data leaks or loss that could take months to recover from! To safeguard against this threat, ensure you update MapSVG to version 8.7.4 or later immediately. Additionally, implement parameterized queries and input validation to block potential SQL injection attempts. Regularly audit your database queries for extra security! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll fortify your defenses and keep your data safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00305 · 22.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2025-08-14T10:34Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 AUG 10:34Z
    WordPress MapSVG Plugin < 8.7.4 - SQL Injection Vulnerability
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