CVE-2025-8993
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-15
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| mayurik | online_tour_\&_travel_management_system | 1.0 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| 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. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-8993 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the Online Tour and Travel Management System version 1.0, specifically in the /admin/expense_report.php file. The vulnerability occurs because the 'from_date' parameter is not properly validated or sanitized, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code. This enables unauthorized access to the database, allowing attackers to retrieve, modify, or delete sensitive data remotely without authentication. [1, 2, 3]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to your database, resulting in data leakage, modification, or deletion. Attackers can exploit it remotely without authentication, potentially compromising system integrity and availability. It poses a significant risk to system security and business continuity, including possible full system compromise or service disruption. [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 'from_date' parameter in the /admin/expense_report.php file for SQL injection. Tools like sqlmap can be used to automate detection and exploitation attempts. Example command using sqlmap: sqlmap -u "http://target/admin/expense_report.php" --data="from_date=2025-01-01" --risk=3 --level=5 --batch. Additionally, manual testing can include sending payloads that trigger error-based or time-based blind SQL injection, such as using MySQL functions GTID_SUBSET or SLEEP to confirm vulnerability presence. Google dorking with queries like 'inurl:admin/expense_report.php' can help identify potentially vulnerable targets. [2, 3]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include implementing prepared statements with parameter binding to prevent SQL injection, enforcing strict input validation and filtering on the 'from_date' parameter, and minimizing database user privileges by avoiding use of high-privilege accounts for routine operations. Conducting regular security audits to detect and remediate vulnerabilities promptly is also recommended. If possible, replacing the affected component with an alternative product is advised. [2, 3, 1]