CVE-2025-8619
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Publication date: 2025-08-29
Last updated on: 2026-04-08
Assigner: Wordfence
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| osm-map-elementor | osm-map-elementor | 1.3.0 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-79 | The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-8619 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the OSM Map Widget for Elementor WordPress plugin, specifically in versions up to and including 1.3.0. It occurs because the plugin does not properly sanitize or escape user-supplied input in the Map Block URL and marker attributes. This allows authenticated users with contributor-level access or higher to inject malicious scripts into pages. These scripts execute whenever any user views the affected page, potentially compromising site security. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow attackers with contributor-level access to inject arbitrary malicious scripts into WordPress pages using the OSM Map Widget. When other users visit these pages, the injected scripts execute in their browsers, which can lead to theft of sensitive information, session hijacking, defacement, or further exploitation of the site. It compromises the integrity and security of the website and its users. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves identifying if the vulnerable osm-map-elementor plugin version (up to 1.3.0) is installed and if any stored cross-site scripting payloads exist in the Map Block URL or marker fields. Since the vulnerability allows authenticated users with contributor-level access to inject scripts, you can audit WordPress pages or posts containing the OSM Map Widget for suspicious script tags or unusual URL parameters in map markers. There are no specific commands provided in the resources, but general approaches include searching the WordPress database for injected scripts in post content or plugin settings, and scanning HTTP responses for injected scripts when accessing pages with the map widget. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include updating the osm-map-elementor plugin to a version later than 1.3.0 where the vulnerability is fixed. Additionally, review and update API keys in the plugin's global settings as recommended, and check Font Awesome settings to avoid conflicts. Restrict contributor-level user permissions if possible to limit the ability to inject malicious scripts. Monitoring and sanitizing user inputs related to map markers and URLs can also help reduce risk until the update is applied. [1]