MapSVG - SQLi (CVE-2022-0592)

CVE-2022-0592 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the MapSVG WordPress plugin prior to version 6.2.20, where improper validation and escaping of parameters in a REST endpoint allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. This flaw could be exploited to access, modify, or delete sensitive database information, potentially leading to full site compromise.

CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 10th of September 2025.

CrowdSec network observations suggest that most exploitation of CVE-2022-0592 involves focused reconnaissance to identify viable targets. Attackers typically tailor their campaigns based on system exposure and configuration. It is unlikely that a given attack is accidental. Telemetry from the CrowdSec network also shows that exploitation activity for CVE-2022-0592 remains steady week-over-week. Attack volumes are consistent with long-term trends, indicating sustained interest from threat actors. CVE-2022-0592 continues to be an active part of the threat landscape and will likely remain this way for the forseeable future.

Attackers exploit the /wp-json/mapsvg/v1/maps/ REST endpoint by injecting SQL commands into the id parameter, often using time-based payloads to confirm the vulnerability.