CVE-2026-52854
Maps cross-site scripting (XSS)
- Published18 Aug 2026
Description
Maps is a MediaWiki extension that enables visualization of geographic data through dynamic embedded maps. Prior to version 12.1.3, the display_map parser function in the Leaflet service accepts attacker-controlled HTML in the overlays parameter, and resources/leaflet/jquery.leaflet.js uses the overlay name as a Leaflet layer-control label without escaping it. A wiki user with the edit permission can store malicious wikitext that causes script execution when another user previews or views the affected map. The script executes in the viewing user's browser session and can access data or perform actions available to that user. This issue is fixed in version 12.1.3.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:LRemediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://github.com/ProfessionalWiki/Maps/blob/12.1.3/RELEASE-NOTES.md
- https://github.com/ProfessionalWiki/Maps/commit/737a993fc2f40499e9bb22198fd1d56c25613806
- https://github.com/ProfessionalWiki/Maps/pull/899
- https://github.com/ProfessionalWiki/Maps/releases/tag/12.1.3
- https://github.com/ProfessionalWiki/Maps/security/advisories/GHSA-4h7g-5542-v3fc
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-52854 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-52854 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.58%.
How severe is CVE-2026-52854?
CVE-2026-52854 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-52854?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.