Overview
CVE-2025-13244 is a medium severity Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in Student Information System version 2.0, a project by code-projects.org. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into the application, potentially compromising user accounts and sensitive data. The vulnerability exists in the /register.php file and can be exploited remotely. Public exploit code is available, increasing the risk of active exploitation.
Technical Details
The vulnerability resides within the /register.php file, specifically in an unidentified function handling user input during the registration process. Improper sanitization of user-supplied data allows an attacker to inject malicious JavaScript code. This injected code is then executed within the context of other users’ browsers when they view the affected page or interact with the injected data. The specific injection point and vulnerable function are not further detailed in the initial vulnerability report. The available exploit demonstrates that by manipulating input fields within the registration form, an attacker can successfully inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript.
CVSS Analysis
- CVSS Score: 4.3 (Medium)
- Vector: AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
- Explanation: This CVSS score indicates a vulnerability that is remotely exploitable (AV:N) with low attack complexity (AC:L). It requires user interaction (UI:R), meaning an attacker needs a victim to click a malicious link or interact with injected content. The scope is unchanged (S:U), meaning the injected script runs within the context of the vulnerable application. The impact is limited to integrity (I:L), as the attacker can modify content or behavior but cannot directly access confidential data or disrupt system availability.
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-13244 can have several negative consequences, including:
- Account Compromise: An attacker could steal user session cookies, allowing them to impersonate legitimate users.
- Defacement: An attacker could modify the appearance of the website, displaying malicious content or propaganda.
- Redirection: Users could be redirected to malicious websites designed to steal credentials or install malware.
- Data Theft: While the CVSS score doesn’t directly indicate data compromise, an attacker could potentially use injected JavaScript to collect and transmit sensitive information entered by users on the affected page.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
To mitigate the risk posed by CVE-2025-13244, the following steps are recommended:
- Apply the Patch: If a patch is available from code-projects.org or the maintainers of the Student Information System, apply it immediately. Check the official website for updates.
- Input Sanitization: Implement robust input validation and sanitization on the
/register.phppage, especially for any fields that accept user input. Use appropriate encoding techniques to prevent the execution of injected scripts. - Output Encoding: Encode all user-generated content before displaying it on the page to prevent the browser from interpreting it as executable code.
- Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF to detect and block malicious requests targeting the XSS vulnerability.
- Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities in the application.
- Update the System: Ensure the server running Student Information System 2.0 is up to date with the latest security patches for the operating system and web server.
