Overview
A critical Blind SQL injection vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-12465, has been discovered in QuickCMS. This vulnerability stems from the improper neutralization of input within the aFilesDelete functionality, making the application susceptible to Blind SQL Injection attacks. The vulnerability is exploitable by high-privileged users.
This article provides a detailed analysis of the vulnerability, its potential impact, and recommended mitigation steps. Please note that the vendor was notified, but has not provided specific details or a vulnerable version range as of this publication. Version 6.8 has been confirmed as vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.
Technical Details
CVE-2025-12465 arises from the lack of proper input sanitization and validation of user-supplied data within the aFilesDelete function of QuickCMS. Specifically, input provided by high-privileged users is not correctly neutralized before being incorporated into SQL queries. This allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL code, potentially extracting sensitive data or manipulating the database.
Because this is a Blind SQL Injection vulnerability, the attacker does not receive direct feedback from the database. They must infer the results of their injected queries through application behavior, such as timing delays or changes in content displayed. This makes exploitation more challenging but still achievable.
CVSS Analysis
Due to the lack of vendor response and publicly available exploit details at the time of writing, a CVSS score has not been assigned. However, given the nature of Blind SQL Injection and the ability to potentially access sensitive data with high-privileged access, the severity is likely to be high. Further investigation and analysis are required to determine a precise CVSS score.
Possible Impact
The exploitation of CVE-2025-12465 could have significant consequences, including:
- Data Breach: An attacker could extract sensitive information from the QuickCMS database, such as user credentials, personal data, or confidential business information.
- Database Manipulation: The attacker could modify or delete data within the database, potentially disrupting website functionality or causing data loss.
- Account Takeover: By extracting user credentials, an attacker could gain access to other user accounts, including administrator accounts, leading to further compromise.
- Denial of Service (DoS): In some scenarios, the attacker might be able to craft SQL queries that overwhelm the database server, leading to a denial of service.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
Since the vendor has not yet released a patch or provided specific details about the vulnerable code, the following mitigation steps are recommended:
- Input Sanitization: Implement robust input sanitization and validation for all user-supplied data, especially within the
aFilesDeletefunction. Use parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL injection. - Least Privilege Principle: Limit the privileges granted to users to the minimum necessary for their roles. Avoid granting high-privileged access unnecessarily.
- Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF to detect and block SQL injection attempts. Configure the WAF with rules specifically designed to prevent SQL injection attacks.
- Database Monitoring: Monitor database activity for suspicious queries or unusual behavior. Implement alerting mechanisms to notify administrators of potential attacks.
- Stay Updated: Monitor the QuickCMS website and security advisories for any updates or patches related to this vulnerability. Apply patches as soon as they become available. If using version 6.8 consider downgrading to an earlier version or migrating to a more secure CMS if possible.
