Vulnerability Description
The Mapster WP Maps plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data that can lead to privilege escalation due to an insufficient capability check on the mapster_wp_maps_set_option_from_js() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.0. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to update arbitrary options on the WordPress site. This can be leveraged to update the default role for registration to administrator and enable user registration for attackers to gain administrative user access to a vulnerable site.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mapster | Mapster Wp Maps | <= 1.5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/WordPressBugBounty/plugins-mapster-wp-maps/blob/009ff350f7feeProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3161051/mapster-wp-maps/tags/1.5.0/Patch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3173973Product
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/mapster-wp-maps/Product
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b81c2990-68d1-4d45-972Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-9235?
CVE-2024-9235 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Mapster WP Maps plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data that can lead to privilege escalation due to an insufficient capability check on the mapster_wp_maps_set_opt...
How severe is CVE-2024-9235?
CVE-2024-9235 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-9235?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mapster Mapster Wp Maps.