CVE-2026-6031
SQL Injection in Simple IT Discussion Forum /add-category-function.php
Publication date: 2026-04-10
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| code-projects | simple_it_discussion_forum | to 1.0 (inc) |
| code-projects | simple_it_discussion_forum | 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?
CVE-2026-6031 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability found in version 1.0 of the Simple IT Discussion Forum project, specifically in the file /admin/add-category-function.php.
The vulnerability occurs because the 'category' parameter, accepted via POST requests, is not properly validated or sanitized. This allows attackers to inject malicious SQL code directly into database queries.
Exploitation does not require authentication, making it highly accessible. Attackers can use techniques like time-based blind SQL injection to confirm and exploit the vulnerability.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have severe impacts including unauthorized access to the database, leakage of sensitive data, modification or deletion of data, full system compromise, and disruption of services.
Because the attack can be executed remotely without authentication, it poses a significant risk to system security and business continuity.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by testing the /admin/add-category-function.php endpoint for SQL injection via the category parameter, which is accepted through POST requests without proper sanitization.
A common detection method is to use time-based blind SQL injection payloads such as: category=111' AND (SELECT 1482 FROM (SELECT(SLEEP(5)))ZUeW) AND 'StJU'='StJU
You can also use automated tools like sqlmap to confirm the injection vector and database exposure by targeting the category parameter.
- Example curl command to test the vulnerability:
- curl -X POST -d "category=111' AND (SELECT 1482 FROM (SELECT(SLEEP(5)))ZUeW) AND 'StJU'='StJU" http://targetsite.com/admin/add-category-function.php
- Run sqlmap against the URL and parameter to automate detection and exploitation confirmation.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include:
- Implement prepared statements with parameter binding to separate SQL code from user input, preventing injection.
- Apply strict input validation and filtering to ensure inputs conform to expected formats.
- Minimize database user permissions by avoiding use of high-privilege accounts (e.g., root or admin) for routine operations.
- Conduct regular security audits of code and systems to detect and remediate vulnerabilities promptly.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The SQL injection vulnerability in Simple IT Discussion Forum 1.0 can lead to unauthorized database access, data leakage, and data modification or deletion. Such impacts pose significant risks to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data.
These risks can result in non-compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA, which require protection of personal and sensitive information against unauthorized access and breaches.
Therefore, exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to violations of data protection requirements, potentially causing legal and financial consequences for affected organizations.