CVE-2025-7511
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-07-13
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| fabian | chat_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-2025-7511 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in code-projects Chat System version 1.0, specifically in the /user/update_account.php script. The vulnerability occurs because the parameters musername, mname, and mpassword are not properly sanitized or parameterized, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code into database queries. Attackers can exploit this remotely, using techniques like time-based SQL injection (e.g., the SLEEP() function) to confirm the vulnerability and potentially extract sensitive data from the database. [1, 2]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your system. An attacker can remotely exploit the SQL injection flaw to manipulate database queries, potentially extracting sensitive information, modifying data, or disrupting service availability. Since a proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available and exploitation requires no authentication, the risk of attack is significant. [2]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by testing the /user/update_account.php endpoint for SQL injection in the parameters musername, mname, and mpassword. Time-based SQL injection techniques, such as using the SQL SLEEP() function to introduce delays in database responses, can confirm the presence of the vulnerability. Additionally, attackers may use Google dorking with queries like "inurl:user/update_account.php" to identify vulnerable targets. Specific commands would involve sending crafted HTTP requests to the vulnerable parameters and observing response delays or errors indicative of SQL injection. [1, 2]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
No known countermeasures or mitigations have been documented for this vulnerability. It is suggested to replace the affected component (code-projects Chat System 1.0) with an alternative product to mitigate the risk. Immediate steps include restricting access to the vulnerable endpoint, monitoring for suspicious activity, and applying any available patches or updates if released. [2]