CVE-2026-4614
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SQL Injection in itsourcecode Parameter Handler Enables Remote Exploit

Publication date: 2026-03-24

Last updated on: 2026-04-29

Assigner: VulDB

Description
A vulnerability was determined in itsourcecode sanitize or validate this input 1.0. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /admin/subjects.php of the component Parameter Handler. This manipulation of the argument subject_code causes sql injection. The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.
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Published
2026-03-24
Last Modified
2026-04-29
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-24
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-4614
EUVD
EUVD-2026-14660
Affected Vendors & Products
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Vendor Product Version / Range
itsourcecode college_management_system 1.0
itsourcecode sanitize_or_validate 1.0
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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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Executive Summary

[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'This vulnerability is a SQL injection issue found in the College Management System V1.0, specifically in the "/admin/subjects.php" file through the \'subject_code\' parameter.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "The problem arises because the application does not properly sanitize or validate the 'subject_code' input before using it in SQL queries, allowing attackers who have authenticated access to inject malicious SQL code."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely after logging in, using techniques such as time-based blind SQL injection to confirm and leverage the flaw.'}] [1]

Impact Analysis

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized database access, allowing attackers to leak sensitive data, modify or tamper with data, gain extensive control over the system, and potentially disrupt services.

This threatens both system security and business continuity by exposing confidential information and enabling malicious actions within the affected application.

Compliance Impact

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Detection Guidance

[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "This SQL injection vulnerability can be detected by testing the 'subject_code' POST parameter in the /admin/subjects.php file for injection flaws. A proof-of-concept payload uses a time-based blind SQL injection technique with the MySQL SLEEP function to confirm the vulnerability."}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "An example payload to test is: subject_code=1' AND (SELECT 2718 FROM (SELECT(SLEEP(5)))OcZE) AND 'YVHk'='YVHk"}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': "This payload can be sent with other required parameters such as 'subject_name', 'semester', 'course_code', 'credit_hours', and 'sub' using tools like sqlmap with authentication cookies to automate detection."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Use sqlmap with authentication cookies to test the injection point, for example: sqlmap -u "http://target/admin/subjects.php" --data="subject_code=1&subject_name=...&semester=...&course_code=...&credit_hours=...&sub=..." --cookie="SESSION=your_auth_cookie" --technique=T --time-sec=5'}] [1]

Mitigation Strategies

[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Immediate mitigation steps include:'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Implement prepared statements and parameter binding to separate SQL code from user inputs, preventing injection.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': "Enforce strict input validation and filtering on the 'subject_code' and other parameters to ensure they conform to expected formats."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': "Minimize database user permissions by avoiding high-privilege accounts like 'root' or 'admin' for routine database operations."}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Conduct regular security audits and code reviews to detect and fix vulnerabilities promptly.'}] [1]

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