SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester COVID 19 Testing Management System
CVE-2025-8986

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Sourcecodester
Status
Covid 19 Testing Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-8986?

A vulnerability exists within the SourceCodester COVID 19 Testing Management System version 1.0, specifically in the /search-report-result.php file. An attacker can exploit this issue by manipulating the 'searchdata' argument, leading to unauthorized SQL injection. This flaw allows for remote execution of harmful database queries, posing significant security risks. The exploit has been publicly disclosed, making systems utilizing this software particularly vulnerable to attacks.

Affected Version(s)

COVID 19 Testing 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-2025-8986 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.319982
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.319982
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.628663
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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

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

zhuyi (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-8986 : SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester COVID 19 Testing Management System