SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Best Online News Portal 1.0
CVE-2025-4728

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Sourcecodester
Status
Best Online News Portal
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 May 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-4728?

A security flaw has been identified in the SourceCodester Best Online News Portal 1.0, specifically in the /search.php file. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to exploit the 'searchtitle' argument, leading to SQL injection attacks that can compromise the application's database. If successfully executed, attackers can manipulate queries, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data. Immediate attention to patching or mitigating this vulnerability is crucial to maintain the integrity and security of the affected system.

Affected Version(s)

Best Online News Portal 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-2025-4728 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.309030
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.309030
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.570677
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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

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