SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Simple Inventory System
CVE-2024-5098

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Simple Inventory System
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 May 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A significant security vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Simple Inventory System version 1.0, specifically within the login.php file. The flaw arises from improper handling of user inputs, allowing attackers to exploit the system through SQL injection by manipulating the 'username' parameter. This exploit can lead to unauthorized database access, enabling attackers to retrieve, modify, or delete sensitive information. Given the public disclosure of this vulnerability, it is imperative for users and administrators of the affected product to implement immediate security measures to safeguard their systems from potential attacks. For more detailed information and countermeasures, users are encouraged to refer to the related resources.

Affected Version(s)

Simple Inventory 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-2024-5098 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.265081
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.265081
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.337056
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

rocker (VulDB User)
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