CVE-2025-23913 in Google Map Professional Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 01/16/2025
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in pankajpragma, rahulpragma WordPress Google Map Professional allows SQL Injection.This issue affects WordPress Google Map Professional: from n/a through 1.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/16/2025
This vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the wordpress google map professional plugin version 1.0 and earlier, where improper neutralization of special elements in sql commands creates exploitable conditions for malicious actors. The weakness allows attackers to inject arbitrary sql code through improperly sanitized input parameters, potentially enabling unauthorized database access and data manipulation. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the plugin's sql query construction processes, where user-supplied data is directly incorporated into database queries without adequate escaping or parameterization.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability aligns with common weakness enumerations categorized under cwe-89 sql injection, where the plugin fails to properly escape or parameterize user inputs before incorporating them into sql statements. Attackers can exploit this by crafting malicious input that alters the intended sql query execution flow, potentially allowing them to extract sensitive data, modify database records, or even execute administrative commands on the affected system. The specific impact occurs when the plugin processes user-provided parameters through sql commands without proper input filtering, creating opportunities for attackers to manipulate database operations through carefully constructed payloads.
Operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could lead to complete database compromise and potential system takeover. The vulnerability affects wordpress installations where the google map professional plugin is active, potentially exposing sensitive user information, configuration data, and other database contents. Attackers may leverage this weakness to escalate privileges, create backdoor accounts, or establish persistent access to compromised systems. The issue represents a significant security risk for wordpress users who have not updated to patched versions, as the vulnerability can be exploited remotely without requiring authentication.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate plugin updates to versions that address the sql injection vulnerability, while also implementing additional security measures such as input validation, parameterized queries, and proper database access controls. Organizations should conduct comprehensive security assessments of their wordpress installations to identify all affected plugins and ensure proper patch management procedures are in place. Database administrators should monitor for suspicious activity and implement web application firewalls to detect and block malicious sql injection attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper input sanitization and parameterized queries as outlined in owasp top ten and mitre attack framework categories related to command injection and credential access techniques.