SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Clinics Patient Management System
CVE-2024-6968

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Clinics Patient Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 July 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A critical SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in SourceCodester Clinics Patient Management System version 1.0, specifically within the /print_patients_visits.php file. This vulnerability arises from improper validation of user inputs, allowing attackers to manipulate arguments from/to and execute unauthorized SQL commands. The attack can be initiated remotely, putting sensitive patient data at risk of exposure. Publicly disclosed exploit details have raised concerns, making it imperative for users to apply necessary security measures immediately. Organizations using this system should prioritize implementing patches or migrating to safer alternatives to safeguard their data integrity.

Affected Version(s)

Clinics Patient 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-2024-6968 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.272122
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.272122
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.378107
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
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

Xu Mingming (VulDB User)
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