CVE-2025-8237
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-07-27
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| code-projects | exam_form_submission | 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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How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have severe impacts including unauthorized database access, data leakage, data tampering, full system control by attackers, and potential service disruption. Since it can be exploited remotely without authentication, it poses a significant threat to system security and business continuity. [1, 2, 3]
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-8237 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the Exam Form Submission 1.0 application, specifically in the /admin/update_s1.php file. It occurs because the 'credits' parameter is not properly validated or sanitized, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code. This enables unauthorized access to the database, letting attackers retrieve, modify, or delete data remotely without authentication. [1, 2, 3]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by testing the /admin/update_s1.php endpoint for SQL injection via the 'credits' parameter. A proof-of-concept payload uses a time-based blind SQL injection to cause a delay in the database response, for example: sname=Applied Science&scode=19CS2PCAPS&credits=4' AND (SELECT 9443 FROM (SELECT(SLEEP(5)))hgja) AND 'aMsy'='aMsy&Update=Update Subject Additionally, tools like sqlmap can be used to automate detection of this SQL injection vulnerability. Vulnerable targets can also be identified by searching for the URL pattern inurl:admin/update_s1.php using Google hacking techniques. [2, 3]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include: - Use prepared statements with parameter binding to separate SQL code from user input, preventing injection. - Implement strict input validation and filtering to ensure inputs conform to expected formats. - Minimize database user permissions by avoiding high-privilege accounts for routine operations. - Conduct regular security audits to detect and fix vulnerabilities promptly. If possible, replace the affected component with an alternative product to eliminate the vulnerability. [2, 3]