SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Employee Task Management System
CVE-2024-2555

6.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Employee Task Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 March 2024

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A severe vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Employee Task Management System version 1.0, specifically in the update-admin.php file. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of the 'admin_id' parameter, which allows for SQL injection. This flaw enables attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries against the database, potentially compromising sensitive information and system integrity. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, making it crucial for organizations using this software to apply patches and enhance their security measures immediately.

Affected Version(s)

Employee Task Management System 1.0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-2555 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.257054
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.257054
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https://github.com/Peanut886/Vulnerability/blob/main/webr...
exploitpatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Peanut (VulDB User)
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