CVE-2026-16154
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SQL Injection in Class and Exam Timetabling System

Publication date: 2026-07-18

Last updated on: 2026-07-18

Assigner: VulDB

Description
A vulnerability was determined in SourceCodester Class and Exam Timetabling System 1.0/1.php. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file /edit_room1.php. Executing a manipulation of the argument ID can lead to sql injection. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.

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Published
2026-07-18
Last Modified
2026-07-18
Generated
2026-07-19
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2026-07-19
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CVE-2026-16154

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sourcecodester class_and_exam_timetabling_system 1.0

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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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a SQL injection flaw in SourceCodester Class and Exam Timetabling System 1.0. It exists in the /edit_room1.php file where the ID argument can be manipulated to execute unauthorized SQL commands. The attack can be performed remotely and has been publicly disclosed.

Detection Guidance

To detect SQL injection vulnerabilities in the Class and Exam Timetabling System, inspect the /edit_room1.php file for improper input handling. Use tools like SQLmap to test for SQLi by sending crafted requests with payloads such as ' OR 1=1 --. Check web server logs for unusual queries containing single quotes or SQL keywords.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access, modify, or delete sensitive data in the database. This may lead to unauthorized data exposure, data corruption, or loss of system integrity. The remote execution capability increases the risk of widespread impact.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR (data breaches), HIPAA (unauthorized access to health data), or other regulations requiring data protection. Exploits may result in legal penalties, reputational damage, and mandatory breach notifications.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the application to the latest patched version. Implement input validation for the ID parameter in /edit_room1.php. Use prepared statements or parameterized queries in the backend code. Restrict database user permissions to limit damage from potential exploits.

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