CVE-2026-7268
SQL Injection in SourceCodester Pizzafy save_category Function
Publication date: 2026-04-28
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| sourcecodester | pizzafy_ecommerce_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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-7268 is an Error-Based SQL Injection vulnerability found in SourceCodester Pizzafy Ecommerce System version 1.0. It affects the save_category function in the file /admin/ajax.php?action=save_category. The vulnerability arises because the 'name' parameter is not properly sanitized before being used in SQL queries, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL commands.
Specifically, the function executes SQL INSERT or UPDATE statements using unsanitized user input, which enables attackers to manipulate the database by injecting SQL code. This can be exploited remotely by sending crafted requests to the vulnerable endpoint.
The attack technique involves injecting payloads that cause the database to return error messages containing sensitive information, such as database version, schema details, usernames, and password hashes.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The SQL injection vulnerability in the Pizzafy Ecommerce System 1.0 can lead to unauthorized access and exposure of sensitive data such as database schema, usernames, and password hashes. This exposure can result in breaches of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
Such unauthorized data access and potential data manipulation can negatively impact compliance with common standards and regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which require protection of personal and sensitive information against unauthorized access and breaches.
Specifically, the vulnerability could lead to violations of data protection principles, including data confidentiality and integrity, potentially resulting in regulatory penalties and loss of trust.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have several serious impacts:
- Confidentiality: Attackers can extract sensitive data including full database schema and user credentials.
- Integrity: Unauthorized modification or deletion of database records is possible.
- Availability: Attackers may cause denial of service by mass deleting data.
- Privilege Escalation: The vulnerability can be leveraged for session hijacking and gaining administrative access.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by sending crafted POST requests to the vulnerable endpoint and observing the database error messages that reveal sensitive information. Specifically, testing the `save_category` function at the endpoint `/admin/ajax.php?action=save_category` with malicious input in the `name` parameter can confirm the presence of SQL injection.
An example test payload to detect the vulnerability is to send a POST request with the parameter: name=test10' OR extractvalue(1, concat(0x7e, version())) --
If the database returns an error message containing the database version or other unexpected data, it indicates the presence of the SQL injection vulnerability.
Suggested command using curl to test the vulnerability:
- curl -X POST -d "name=test10' OR extractvalue(1, concat(0x7e, version())) --" https://targetsite.com/admin/ajax.php?action=save_category
Monitoring logs for unusual database errors or unexpected query results can also help detect exploitation attempts.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include:
- Rewrite the vulnerable `save_category()` function to use prepared statements with parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection.
- Validate and sanitize all user inputs, especially the `name` parameter, to ensure no malicious SQL code can be injected.
- Restrict database user privileges to the minimum necessary to reduce potential damage if exploited.
- Avoid exposing detailed database error messages to end users to prevent leakage of sensitive information.
- Implement monitoring and logging to detect unusual database activity or exploitation attempts.
- Conduct regular security testing, including penetration tests and code reviews, to identify and fix similar vulnerabilities.