Overview
A critical SQL Injection vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-66095, has been discovered in the KiviCare clinic management system WordPress plugin. This vulnerability allows attackers to potentially execute arbitrary SQL commands on the affected database, leading to sensitive data breaches, modification, or even deletion. The affected versions are up to and including version 3.6.13.
Technical Details
CVE-2025-66095 stems from improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command. Specifically, the KiviCare plugin fails to adequately sanitize user-supplied input before incorporating it into SQL queries. This allows a malicious actor to inject their own SQL code, bypassing intended security measures and directly interacting with the database.
The lack of proper input validation and sanitization allows for crafted SQL queries to be executed, potentially granting attackers access to sensitive patient data, appointment schedules, administrative credentials, and other confidential information stored within the KiviCare database.
CVSS Analysis
Currently, both the Severity and CVSS score for CVE-2025-66095 are listed as N/A. This does *not* diminish the potential risk. Given the nature of SQL injection vulnerabilities and the sensitive data typically managed by clinic management systems, this should be considered a high-priority issue until a formal CVSS score is assigned. It is crucial to apply the available mitigations immediately.
Possible Impact
The exploitation of CVE-2025-66095 can have severe consequences for clinics utilizing the KiviCare plugin:
- Data Breach: Unauthorized access to sensitive patient data, including personal information, medical records, and appointment details.
- Data Modification: Alteration of patient records, potentially leading to medical errors and legal liabilities.
- Data Deletion: Permanent loss of critical data, disrupting clinic operations and potentially violating data privacy regulations.
- Account Takeover: Compromise of administrative accounts, granting attackers full control over the clinic management system.
- Reputational Damage: Loss of patient trust and damage to the clinic’s reputation due to a security breach.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
The most effective way to address CVE-2025-66095 is to update the KiviCare plugin to the latest version as soon as a patch is released by Iqonic Design. Keep an eye on the plugin’s official website and WordPress plugin directory for updates.
In the meantime, consider the following temporary mitigation steps:
- Web Application Firewall (WAF): Implement a WAF with rulesets designed to detect and block SQL injection attempts.
- Input Validation: Carefully review and enhance input validation and sanitization routines within the KiviCare plugin code (if you have the technical expertise). However, patching is always the preferred solution.
- Principle of Least Privilege: Ensure that database user accounts used by the KiviCare plugin have only the necessary privileges.
