SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Simple Inventory System
CVE-2024-5099

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

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

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A critical vulnerability has been identified within the SourceCodester Simple Inventory System version 1.0, specifically affecting the updateprice.php file. This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the ITEM parameter, leading to SQL injection. It means that unauthorized individuals can execute arbitrary SQL commands on the database, granting them access to sensitive information or even taking control of the affected system. The attack can be conducted remotely, making it a severe threat to users relying on this inventory management system. Security measures should be prioritized to protect against potential exploitation.

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-2024-5099 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.265082
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.265082
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.337057
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
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

rocker (VulDB User)
.