CVE-2026-4614
SQL Injection in itsourcecode Parameter Handler Enables Remote Exploit
Publication date: 2026-03-24
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| itsourcecode | college_management_system | 1.0 |
| itsourcecode | sanitize_or_validate | 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': '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]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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.
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': "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]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
[{'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]