SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Gas Agency Management System

CVE-2024-5051

Summary

A serious SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Gas Agency Management System version 1.0, specifically affecting the edituser.php file. This vulnerability arises from improper input validation in the id parameter, allowing attackers to manipulate SQL queries executed by the web application. As a result, an attacker can potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in the database, leading to data leakage or corruption. Given that this vulnerability can be exploited remotely, it poses a significant security risk to organizations using the affected system. It is essential for users to review their exposure and implement appropriate security measures, such as updating to a patched version or employing web application firewalls to filter malicious requests.

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