CVE-2025-49045 in Super Interactive Maps Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 01/22/2026
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in highwarden Super Interactive Maps super-interactive-maps allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Super Interactive Maps: from n/a through <= 2.3.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/24/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-49045 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the highwarden Super Interactive Maps plugin, specifically affecting versions up to and including 2.3. This reflected XSS vulnerability occurs during the web page generation process when the application fails to properly sanitize user input before incorporating it into dynamically generated HTML content. The flaw exists in the plugin's handling of parameters that are directly echoed back to users without appropriate output encoding or validation, creating an attack surface where malicious actors can inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output sanitization mechanisms within the plugin's codebase. When users interact with the super-interactive-maps functionality, specific parameters are accepted and processed without proper neutralization of potentially malicious content. This allows attackers to craft specially formatted requests containing script payloads that get reflected back to the victim's browser when the page is rendered. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-79 as a classic reflected cross-site scripting flaw, where the malicious script originates from the web application itself rather than being stored on the server.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it enables attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code within the context of other users' browsers. This could allow for session hijacking, credential theft, redirection to malicious sites, or data exfiltration from authenticated users. The reflected nature of the vulnerability means that attackers can deliver payloads through phishing emails, malicious links, or compromised websites that direct users to exploit the vulnerable plugin. Attackers can craft URLs containing malicious payloads that, when clicked by a victim, would execute the script in the victim's browser, potentially compromising their session or system.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the plugin's codebase. The recommended approach involves sanitizing all user-provided input before it is incorporated into web page generation, utilizing context-appropriate encoding such as HTML entity encoding for output contexts. Additionally, implementing Content Security Policy headers can provide an additional layer of protection against script execution. The most effective solution would be to upgrade to a patched version of the super-interactive-maps plugin where the input sanitization has been properly implemented and validated. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious parameter patterns that may indicate attempted exploitation of this vulnerability. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566.001 for phishing and T1059.007 for scripting, demonstrating how reflected XSS can serve as an initial access vector for more sophisticated attacks within compromised environments.