High · published December 8, 2025
⚠️ A sneaky SQL injection vulnerability lurks in the itsourcecode Student Management System 1.0! A clever attacker can manipulate an ID argument in /newrecord.php to gain unauthorized access. 🔍 Imagine an unmonitored ticket counter at a train station where anyone could sneak in any passenger’s name and board the train — that’s what this vulnerability allows! The system blindly trusts the input, letting potential intruders hop on without a ticket. If exploited, an attacker could manipulate records, extract sensitive data, or even take control of the database. While the immediate threat is medium, the potential repercussions could lead to unauthorized access to student information or system settings.
Imagine an unmonitored ticket counter at a train station where anyone could sneak in any passenger’s name and board the train — that’s what this vulnerability allows! The system blindly trusts the input, letting potential intruders hop on without a ticket. This vulnerability allows for SQL injection via an improperly sanitized ID argument in the /newrecord.php file, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands remotely.
If exploited, an attacker could manipulate records, extract sensitive data, or even take control of the database. While the immediate threat is medium, the potential repercussions could lead to unauthorized access to student information or system settings. To mitigate this risk, ensure that all inputs, including the ID argument, are properly sanitized and validated. Patch the system to the latest version and consider implementing parameterized queries to protect against SQL injection. You've got this! With these steps, you're not just fixing a flaw, but turning into a security hero! 🦸♂️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| angeljudesuarez/student_management_system | all versions | — |