SQL Injection Vulnerability in Projectworlds Online Admission System
CVE-2025-12938

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Projectworlds

Status
Online Admission System
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 November 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-12938?

A vulnerability exists in the Projectworlds Online Admission System 1.0, specifically in the /process_login.php file. This security flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the 'keywords' argument, which can lead to SQL injection. This type of attack is particularly dangerous because it can be executed remotely, and proof-of-concept exploits are readily available, increasing the risk for users. Immediate attention is required to mitigate potential data breaches and unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

Online Admission 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-2025-12938 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.331662
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.331662
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.682313
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
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

j-jcp (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-12938 : SQL Injection Vulnerability in Projectworlds Online Admission System