Overview
CVE-2025-13289 is a security vulnerability identified in the 1000projects Design & Development of Student Database Management System version 1.0. This vulnerability allows for SQL injection attacks, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive student data and system compromise. The exploit is publicly available, making immediate action crucial.
Technical Details
The vulnerability resides in the file /TeacherLogin/Academics/SubjectDetails.php. Specifically, the SubCode argument is susceptible to SQL injection. A remote attacker can manipulate this argument to execute arbitrary SQL queries, bypassing normal security measures.
CVSS Analysis
- Severity: MEDIUM
- CVSS Score: 6.3
This CVSS score indicates a vulnerability that requires some skill to exploit but can result in significant data compromise. The availability of a public exploit increases the risk.
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-13289 could have severe consequences, including:
- Data Breach: Unauthorized access to student records, including personal information, grades, and attendance.
- Account Takeover: Gaining control of teacher or administrator accounts.
- System Compromise: Potential to modify or delete data, or even gain complete control of the database server.
- Reputational Damage: Loss of trust in the institution due to a security breach.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
To mitigate the risk posed by CVE-2025-13289, the following steps are recommended:
- Input Sanitization: Implement robust input validation and sanitization for all user-supplied data, especially the
SubCodeparameter in/TeacherLogin/Academics/SubjectDetails.php. - Parameterized Queries: Use parameterized queries (also known as prepared statements) to prevent SQL injection. This ensures that user input is treated as data, not as executable code.
- Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF to detect and block malicious SQL injection attempts.
- Update System: Apply the official patch provided by 1000projects (if available). Contact the vendor for patch information. Since this is a 1.0 version, it may not be supported; consider migrating to a secure alternative.
- Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
