Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in SourceCodester Online Student Clearance System
CVE-2025-4470

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Online Student Clearance System
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 May 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in the Online Student Clearance System version 1.0, specifically within the /admin/add-student.php file. This vulnerability occurs when the Fullname parameter is manipulated, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the victim's browser. The remote exploitation of this flaw could potentially allow the attacker to steal sensitive information or perform actions on behalf of an authenticated user. Other parameters in the application may also be susceptible to similar attacks, highlighting the need for prompt security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Online Student Clearance 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-2025-4470 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.308089
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.308089
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.566249
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Colorado-all (VulDB User)
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