CVE-2026-3134
SQL Injection in itsourcecode News Portal edit-category.php Allows Remote Exploit
Publication date: 2026-02-25
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| clive_21 | news_portal_project | 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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "CVE-2026-3134 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the itsourcecode News Portal Project version 1.0, specifically in the file /newsportal/admin/edit-category.php. The flaw arises from improper handling and inadequate validation of the 'category' parameter, which is directly used in SQL queries without proper sanitization."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'This allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious SQL code, enabling unauthorized database access. Attackers can manipulate SQL commands to retrieve, modify, or delete sensitive data, potentially compromising the entire system.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'The vulnerability can be exploited using techniques such as time-based blind SQL injection, and a public proof-of-concept exploit is available.'}] [1, 2, 3]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'This vulnerability can have severe impacts including unauthorized access to the database, data leakage, data manipulation, and potential full system compromise or service disruption.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Attackers can retrieve sensitive information from the database.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Attackers can modify or delete data, affecting data integrity.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': "The system's availability may be disrupted, leading to denial of service."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Exploitation does not require authentication, increasing the risk.'}] [1, 2, 3]
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "The vulnerability can be detected by testing the vulnerable parameter 'category' in the file /newsportal/admin/edit-category.php for SQL injection using time-based blind SQL injection techniques."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "One example payload to confirm the vulnerability is: category=123' AND (SELECT 9403 FROM (SELECT(SLEEP(5)))rdvM) AND 'GsTt'='GsTt which causes a delay in response if the injection is successful."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "Testing can be performed using tools like sqlmap with POST requests targeting the 'category' parameter."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Use sqlmap with a command similar to: sqlmap -u "http://target/newsportal/admin/edit-category.php" --data="category=123" --technique=BEUSTQ --time-sec=5'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Manually test with curl or other HTTP clients by sending POST requests with the above payload and observe response delays.'}] [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Immediate mitigation steps include:'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Use prepared statements with parameter binding to separate SQL code from user input.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Implement strict input validation and filtering to ensure data conforms to expected formats.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': "Limit database user permissions to the minimum necessary, avoiding use of high-privilege accounts like 'root' or 'admin' for routine operations."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Conduct regular security audits of code and systems to detect and address vulnerabilities promptly.'}] [1]