CVE-2025-6842
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-29
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| fabian | product_inventory_system | 1.0 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-89 | The product constructs all or part of an SQL command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended SQL command when it is sent to a downstream component. Without sufficient removal or quoting of SQL syntax in user-controllable inputs, the generated SQL query can cause those inputs to be interpreted as SQL instead of ordinary user data. |
| CWE-74 | The product constructs all or part of a command, data structure, or record using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify how it is parsed or interpreted when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-6842 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in version 1.0 of the Product Inventory System, specifically in the /admin/edit_user.php file. It occurs because the 'id' parameter is not properly validated or sanitized before being used in SQL queries, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code. This can lead to unauthorized database access, enabling attackers to retrieve, modify, or delete sensitive data. Exploitation requires prior authentication but can be facilitated by default credentials. Various SQL injection techniques such as Boolean-based, time-based, and UNION-based injections have been demonstrated. [1, 2, 3]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can severely impact you by allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access to your database, leading to data leakage, modification, or deletion. It compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your system. Attackers could potentially gain full system control or cause service interruptions, threatening business continuity and system security. [1, 2, 3]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
The vulnerability can be detected by testing the /admin/edit_user.php endpoint for SQL injection on the 'id' parameter. This requires authentication to the backend system to obtain a valid session cookie (e.g., PHPSESSID). Tools like sqlmap can be used with a crafted URL and valid session cookie to confirm the vulnerability and enumerate the database. Additionally, Google Hacking techniques such as searching for 'inurl:admin/edit_user.php' can help identify potentially vulnerable targets. Example sqlmap command: sqlmap -u "http://target/admin/edit_user.php?id=1" --cookie="PHPSESSID=your_valid_session_id" --risk=3 --level=5 [2, 3]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include: 1) Using prepared statements with parameter binding to properly separate SQL code from user input, preventing injection. 2) Implementing strict input validation and filtering to ensure parameters conform to expected formats. 3) Minimizing database user permissions by avoiding high-privilege accounts like 'root' or 'admin' for routine operations. 4) Conducting regular security audits to identify and remediate vulnerabilities promptly. Since no known countermeasures or patches are currently available, replacing the affected product with a secure alternative is recommended. [2, 3]