CVE-2020-36084

SQL Injection vulnerability in SourceCodester Responsive E-Learning System 1.0 allows remote attackers to inject sql query in…

Critical · published February 5, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
53.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A single malicious URL can flip the script in the SourceCodester Responsive E-Learning System! Think of it like leaving your classroom door wide open with a sign that says 'Help yourself'—anyone can stroll in and access confidential files, or even alter grades! An attacker could exploit this SQL injection vulnerability to send their own commands directly to your database—imagine them walking away with sensitive information or even wiping your entire student records! The potential for chaos is absolutely devastating, especially for educational institutions relying on this system.

Put simply

Think of it like leaving your classroom door wide open with a sign that says 'Help yourself'—anyone can stroll in and access confidential files, or even alter grades! This SQL injection vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary SQL queries via the 'id' parameter in the delete_teacher_students.php script. This means they can manipulate your database in ways you never intended!

What to do

An attacker could exploit this SQL injection vulnerability to send their own commands directly to your database—imagine them walking away with sensitive information or even wiping your entire student records! The potential for chaos is absolutely devastating, especially for educational institutions relying on this system. Immediate action is required! Patch the SourceCodester Responsive E-Learning System to the latest version to close this gap. Additionally, implement prepared statements in your SQL queries to safeguard against future attacks. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll bolster your defenses and protect your digital classroom. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00718 · 53.3th percentile
Published
2025-02-05T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 FEB 00:00Z
    SQL Injection vulnerability in SourceCodester Responsive E-Learning System 1.0 allows remote attackers to inject sql query in…
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