SQL Injection Vulnerability in Projectworlds Online Admission System by Projectworlds
CVE-2025-8247

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Projectworlds

Status
Online Admission System
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 July 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-8247?

A SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in the Projectworlds Online Admission System 1.0, specifically in the /admin.php file. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the 'markof' argument, potentially leading to unauthorized database access. The exploit can be executed remotely, making it a significant risk for users of this system. It is essential for organizations using this software to implement security measures to mitigate potential attacks, given that the vulnerability is publicly known.

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-2025-8247 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.317835
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.317835
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.622711
third-party-advisory

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

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