Overview
A high-severity SQL Injection vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-13285, has been discovered in itsourcecode Online Voting System version 1.0. This flaw allows remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating the Username parameter within the /login.php file. The vulnerability is actively being exploited, making immediate action crucial to protect affected systems.
Technical Details
The vulnerability resides in the /login.php file of the itsourcecode Online Voting System 1.0. The application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input to the Username parameter, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL code. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, modification of database contents, or even complete system compromise. The specific function affected is currently undisclosed, but the input validation for the Username parameter is confirmed to be the weak point.
CVSS Analysis
- CVSS Score: 7.3 (HIGH)
- Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
- Explanation: This score reflects the high impact of the vulnerability, given the ease of exploitation (low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction needed) and the potential for significant data compromise (low confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact).
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-13285 can have severe consequences:
- Data Breach: Attackers can gain unauthorized access to sensitive voter data, including personal information and voting records.
- Vote Manipulation: The vulnerability could be exploited to alter vote counts, potentially influencing election outcomes.
- System Compromise: Attackers could gain complete control of the affected system, leading to further malicious activities.
- Denial of Service: By injecting SQL code that causes errors or resource exhaustion, attackers can disrupt the availability of the voting system.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
To mitigate the risk posed by CVE-2025-13285, the following steps are recommended:
- Apply the Patch: Check itsourcecode.com for official patches or updates to the Online Voting System. Apply the patch immediately upon release.
- Input Validation: Implement robust input validation and sanitization techniques for all user-supplied data, especially the Username parameter in
/login.php. Use parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL injection. - Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to detect and block malicious SQL injection attempts. Configure the WAF with rules that specifically target this vulnerability.
- Least Privilege: Ensure that the database user account used by the application has only the necessary privileges. Avoid using a database account with administrative privileges.
- Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in the application.
