Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in Hostel Management System Login Form by Code-Projects
CVE-2025-8962

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Code-projects

Status
Hostel Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 August 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-8962?

The Hostel Management System version 1.0 contains a vulnerability in the Login Form component, specifically in the file 'hostel_manage.exe'. This problem arises when the 'uname' argument is manipulated, potentially leading to a stack-based buffer overflow. Local access is required to exploit this issue, allowing an unauthorized user to gain access. Recent disclosures indicate that this vulnerability is known publicly, increasing the need for prompt remediation to protect user data and system integrity.

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Affected Version(s)

Hostel Management 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-2025-8962 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.319957
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.319957
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.628027
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CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
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

jiucai (VulDB User)
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