CVE-2026-5543
SQL Injection in PHPGurukul User Management Allows Remote Exploit
Publication date: 2026-04-05
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| phpgurukul | user_registration_and_login_and_user_management_system | 3.3 |
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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?
CVE-2026-5543 is a SQL injection vulnerability found in version 3.3 of the PHPGurukul User Registration & Login and User Management System. The flaw exists in the file /admin/yesterday-reg-users.php, specifically involving the 'id' parameter in HTTP GET requests. This parameter is used directly in SQL queries without proper sanitization or validation, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code.
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely by manipulating the 'id' argument to execute unauthorized SQL commands. A proof of concept involves a time-based blind SQL injection payload that delays the server response to confirm the injection.
The root cause is insufficient input validation and the direct incorporation of user input into SQL statements without proper safeguards.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This SQL injection vulnerability can have serious impacts including unauthorized access to the database, leakage of sensitive data, tampering or modification of data, full system compromise, and potential disruption of services.
- Unauthorized database access
- Data leakage
- Data tampering
- Full system compromise
- Potential service disruption
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by testing the "id" parameter in HTTP GET requests to the /admin/yesterday-reg-users.php file for SQL injection flaws.
A common method is to use time-based blind SQL injection payloads such as `id=1' RLIKE SLEEP(5)--` to observe delayed responses indicating injection.
Automated tools like sqlmap can be used to confirm the presence of the vulnerability by targeting the affected parameter.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include:
- Use prepared statements with parameter binding to separate SQL code from user input.
- Implement rigorous input validation and filtering to ensure inputs conform to expected formats.
- Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary, avoiding use of high-privilege accounts for routine operations.
These steps are critical to protect system security and maintain data integrity.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The SQL injection vulnerability in PHPGurukul User Registration & Login and User Management System 3.3 allows unauthorized database access, data leakage, and data tampering. Such security weaknesses can lead to exposure or alteration of sensitive personal or health information, which directly impacts compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
Failure to protect data integrity and confidentiality as required by these standards can result in legal and financial penalties, as well as loss of trust. Therefore, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to meeting the security requirements mandated by common standards and regulations.