WP Go Maps permits unauthenticated denial of service
WP Go Maps through 10.1.08 exposes a resource-consuming operation without authentication. Repeated remote requests can disrupt the affected WordPress site's availability.
- Component
- WP Go Maps
- Plugin slug
wp-google-maps- Affected
- n/a through 10.1.08
- Safe version
10.1.09- Published
- Sep 02, 2026
This CVE was published Sep 02, 2026 and is one of 13 known issues for this plugin.
Update, patch or deactivate.
Update to 10.1.09 or later and review access logs and resource usage for repeated requests targeting WP Go Maps.
A safe version is available, so updating to that version or later is the preferred remediation. If an immediate update is not practical, consider a targeted application patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality.
Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.
Technical description
Unauthenticated Denial of Service Attack in WP Go Maps <= 10.1.08 versions.
CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L