CVE-2026-9574
SQL Injection in Student Transcript Processing System
Publication date: 2026-05-26
Last updated on: 2026-05-26
Assigner: VulDB
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| itsourcecode | student_transcript_processing_system | 1.0 |
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Exploitability
| 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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a SQL injection flaw found in the Student Transcript Processing System version 1.0, specifically in the file /admin/modules/student/trans.php. It occurs because the system does not properly validate the input parameters studentId and cid, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL code.
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely without needing to log in or have authorization, by manipulating these parameters to execute unauthorized SQL queries on the database.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploiting this SQL injection vulnerability can lead to several serious impacts including unauthorized access to the database, leakage of sensitive data, tampering with data, gaining control over the system, and causing service interruptions.
- Unauthorized database access
- Data leakage
- Data tampering
- System control takeover
- Service interruption
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This SQL injection vulnerability in the Student Transcript Processing System 1.0 can be detected by testing the parameters `studentId` and `cid` in the URL or request to the vulnerable file `/admin/modules/student/trans.php` for injection flaws.
One practical approach is to use automated tools like sqlmap to test these parameters for SQL injection.
- Example sqlmap command to test the vulnerability: sqlmap -u "http://targetsite/admin/modules/student/trans.php?studentId=1&cid=1" --batch
- Manually, you can try injecting SQL syntax into the parameters, such as appending a single quote (') or SQL keywords to see if errors or unexpected behavior occur.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include implementing proper input validation and sanitization on the `studentId` and `cid` parameters to prevent malicious SQL code from being executed.
Using prepared statements (parameterized queries) is strongly recommended to avoid SQL injection.
Additionally, minimize database permissions to limit the impact of a potential exploit.
Conduct regular security audits and patch the vulnerable code in `/admin/modules/student/trans.php` as soon as possible.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The SQL injection vulnerability in the Student Transcript Processing System allows unauthorized access, data leakage, and tampering with sensitive information. Such unauthorized data exposure and manipulation can lead to non-compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which mandate the protection of personal and sensitive data from unauthorized access and breaches.
Specifically, the vulnerability could result in compromised confidentiality, integrity, and availability of student data, which are core principles in these regulations. Failure to secure this data properly may expose the organization to legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust.