CVE-2026-4241
SQL Injection in itsourcecode College Management System Remote Exploit
Publication date: 2026-03-16
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| itsourcecode | college_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?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'CVE-2026-4241 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability found in itsourcecode College Management System version 1.0, specifically in the file /admin/time-table.php.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "The vulnerability arises from improper handling and lack of sanitization of the 'course_code' parameter, which allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL commands."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'This flaw enables attackers to manipulate SQL queries by injecting specially crafted input, potentially leading to unauthorized database operations.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'The attack can be launched remotely and requires authentication, exploiting the system after a valid login.'}] [1, 2, 3]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This SQL injection vulnerability can impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
- Unauthorized database access allowing attackers to view sensitive information.
- Data tampering or modification, compromising data integrity.
- Potential full system control by attackers, leading to further exploitation.
- Service disruption or denial of service affecting business continuity.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
I don't know
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 'course_code' parameter in the /admin/time-table.php file for SQL injection flaws. Since the vulnerability requires authentication, detection involves sending crafted POST requests with malicious payloads to this endpoint after logging in."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "One practical approach is to use automated tools like sqlmap to test for SQL injection by targeting the 'course_code' parameter with POST data and valid session cookies."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Use sqlmap with POST data including the \'course_code\' parameter and session cookies to test for SQL injection, for example: sqlmap -u "http://target/admin/time-table.php" --data="course_code=payload" --cookie="session=your_session_cookie"'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Perform Google dorking to identify potentially vulnerable targets using the query: inurl:admin/time-table.php'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "A proof-of-concept exploit involves injecting time-based blind SQL injection payloads such as sleep commands via the 'course_code' parameter to confirm the vulnerability."}] [1, 3]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Immediate mitigation steps include implementing secure coding practices to prevent SQL injection in the affected parameter.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Implement prepared statements and parameterized queries to separate SQL code from user input.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': "Apply strict input validation and filtering on the 'course_code' parameter to ensure it conforms to expected formats."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Minimize database user permissions by avoiding the use of high-privilege accounts for routine database operations.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Conduct regular security audits and code reviews to detect and remediate vulnerabilities promptly.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'If immediate code fixes are not feasible, consider replacing the affected product with a secure alternative.'}] [1, 3]