CVE-2022-2807CWE-89

SQL Injection in Prens Student Information System

Critical · published December 12, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A single SQL injection is all it takes to manipulate the Prens Student Information System! Think of it like a waiter who takes your order without checking the menu — they could serve anything, including something that's not on the list! This SQL injection flaw lets attackers run their own commands, potentially altering the whole database without a trace. An attacker could gain complete control over the database, allowing them to steal sensitive student information, change grades, or even delete critical data. The implications of this are absolutely devastating for institutions relying on this system to manage student data securely.

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who takes your order without checking the menu — they could serve anything, including something that's not on the list! This SQL injection flaw lets attackers run their own commands, potentially altering the whole database without a trace. This vulnerability allows unauthorized users to inject malicious SQL code into the system's queries, which can lead to unauthorized access and data manipulation.

What to do

An attacker could gain complete control over the database, allowing them to steal sensitive student information, change grades, or even delete critical data. The implications of this are absolutely devastating for institutions relying on this system to manage student data securely. Upgrade your Algan Software Prens Student Information System to version 2.1.11 immediately to close this critical vulnerability. Additionally, implement input validation and use prepared statements to safeguard against SQL injection in the future. You've got this! By following these steps, you're on your way to keeping your system secure! 🛡️

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
0.00662 · 51.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2022-12-12T01:50Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 DEC 01:50Z
    SQL Injection in Prens Student Information System
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