CVE-2017-1000043: Content Injection via TileJSON Name in mapbox.js

mapbox.js Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

09/11/2018

Disclosed on

CVE-2017-1000043

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

Moderate

Severity

6.1

CVSS Score

CVE-2017-1000043: Content Injection via TileJSON Name in mapbox.js. Affects mapbox.js across 2 version ranges.

< 1.6.6 >= 2.0.0, < 2.2.4

Fixed in 1.6.6 or 2.2.4, depending on the release line you run. How to fix ↓

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Background

mapbox.js is an open-source JavaScript library that provides a set of tools for creating interactive maps. It is commonly used in web applications to display and manipulate map data. The library allows users to control the TileJSON content, which defines the properties of the map tiles. However, versions 1.x prior to 1.6.6 and 2.x prior to 2.2.4 of mapbox.js are vulnerable to a content injection vulnerability when users have control over the TileJSON name value.

Vulnerability Detail

The content injection vulnerability in mapbox.js allows an attacker to inject malicious script content into the name value of the TileJSON. This can occur when the functions L.mapbox.map or L.mapbox.shareControl are used in a way that gives users control over the TileJSON content. When a user clicks on the share control, the injected script will execute in the context of the page using Mapbox.js. This vulnerability can lead to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks and potential unauthorized access to user data.

How To Fix

Latest published version: 3.3.1 as of 23 Oct 2026

npm install mapbox.js@3.3.1

Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the versions below are the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.

If you can't move to the latest

The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.

< 1.6.6 1.6.6
```
npm install mapbox.js@1.6.6
```
>= 2.0.0, < 2.2.4 2.2.4
```
npm install mapbox.js@2.2.4
```

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the latest version of mapbox.js to address the issue.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the content injection vulnerability in mapbox.js can allow attackers to inject malicious script content into the TileJSON name value, leading to potential XSS attacks and unauthorized access to user data. It is important to update to the latest version of mapbox.js to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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