Overview
A high-severity SQL injection vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-13421, has been discovered in itsourcecode Human Resource Management System 1.0. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating the noticeDesc argument within the /src/store/NoticeStore.php file. The exploit is publicly available, making immediate action critical for affected systems.
Technical Details
The vulnerability resides within the /src/store/NoticeStore.php file of the itsourcecode Human Resource Management System 1.0. Specifically, an unknown function is susceptible to SQL injection through the noticeDesc parameter. By crafting malicious SQL code within this parameter, a remote attacker can potentially read, modify, or delete sensitive data stored in the application’s database. The lack of proper input sanitization on the noticeDesc argument is the root cause of the problem. Exploitation does not require authentication, making it highly accessible to attackers.
CVSS Analysis
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) assigns CVE-2025-13421 a score of 7.3, indicating a HIGH severity. The CVSS vector is not provided in the original description, but generally SQL injections of this nature would be scored high because of the potential for complete compromise of data confidentiality, integrity and availability.
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to severe consequences, including:
- Data Breach: Unauthorized access to sensitive employee data, financial records, and other confidential information.
- Data Manipulation: Modification or deletion of critical data, potentially disrupting business operations.
- Account Takeover: Compromise of administrator accounts, granting attackers complete control over the application.
- System Compromise: In some cases, the attacker may be able to leverage the SQL injection to gain operating system-level access to the server.
Mitigation or Patch Steps
Currently, there is no official patch available from itsourcecode. Until a patch is released, the following mitigation steps are recommended:
- Input Sanitization: Implement robust input validation and sanitization techniques to prevent SQL injection attacks. Specifically, escape all user-supplied input before incorporating it into SQL queries. Focus on the
noticeDescparameter in/src/store/NoticeStore.php. - Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF with rules specifically designed to detect and block SQL injection attempts. Configure the WAF to monitor and filter requests to
/src/store/NoticeStore.php. - Principle of Least Privilege: Ensure that the database user account used by the application has only the necessary privileges. Avoid using a database user with full administrative rights.
- Monitor Logs: Regularly monitor application and database logs for suspicious activity. Look for unusual SQL queries or error messages.
- Consider Alternatives: If feasible, consider migrating to a more secure and actively maintained HR management system.
Important: Applying these mitigations requires technical expertise. If you lack the necessary skills, consult with a qualified cybersecurity professional.
