CVE-2026-16263 Details
Description
The WP Maps WordPress plugin before 4.9.7 does not perform a capability check in one of its AJAX actions and does not properly validate a user-controlled path before using it in a file inclusion, allowing users with a Subscriber account to include and execute arbitrary existing local PHP files on the server.
A local file inclusion vulnerability has been identified in the WP Maps WordPress plugin, affecting versions prior to 4.9.7. The issue arises because the plugin's AJAX action fails to perform a proper capability check and does not adequately validate user-controlled paths before using them for file inclusion. This flaw allows users with a Subscriber account to include and execute arbitrary existing local PHP files on the server.
Users are advised to update the WP Maps WordPress plugin to version 4.9.7 or later.
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Assessed Aug 7, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 7, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/015d7f26-81f2-4b15-b52e-3d28d68eb5bd/ | [email protected] | AdvisoryExploitRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-22 | Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| WP Maps | < 4.9.7 (semver) |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 7, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |