CVE-2026-18465
Received Received - Intake

Unauthenticated Local File Inclusion in WP Maps Pro WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-09

Last updated on: 2026-08-09

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The WP MAPS PRO WordPress plugin before 6.1.3 does not perform a capability check in one of its AJAX actions, which is also available to unauthenticated users, and does not properly validate a user-controlled path before using it in a file inclusion, allowing unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary existing local PHP files on the server.

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Published
2026-08-09
Last Modified
2026-08-09
Generated
2026-08-09
AI Q&A
2026-08-09
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-18465
EUVD
EUVD-2026-54879

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_maps_pro wp_maps_pro to 6.1.3 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This is an unauthenticated Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the WP Maps Pro WordPress plugin before version 6.1.3. The plugin fails to perform a capability check on an AJAX action, allowing unauthenticated users to access it. It also does not validate user-controlled paths before including files, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary local PHP files on the server.

Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the WP MAPS PRO plugin. If it is below 6.1.3, the system is vulnerable. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files directly.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to execute malicious PHP files on your server, potentially gaining control over your WordPress site or accessing sensitive data. Since no authentication is required, any unauthenticated user could launch attacks against vulnerable installations.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health information privacy) requirements. A successful exploit may result in data breaches, leading to legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WP MAPS PRO plugin to version 6.1.3 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin until an update can be applied to prevent exploitation.

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