SQL Injection Vulnerability in code-projects Online Event Judging System 1.0
CVE-2025-12255

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Code-projects

Status
Online Event Judging System
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 October 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-12255?

A significant security flaw exists in the code-projects Online Event Judging System 1.0, specifically in the /add_contestant.php file. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of the 'fullname' argument, allowing for SQL injection attacks. An attacker can manipulate this parameter to execute arbitrary SQL queries against the database, leading to unauthorized data access and potential web application compromise. Publicly available exploits increase the risk of remote exploitation, making it crucial for users of this system to apply necessary patches or mitigations urgently.

Affected Version(s)

Online Event Judging 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-2025-12255 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.329926
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.329926
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.674006
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CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

seeu1 (VulDB User)
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