Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in PHPGurukul Zoo Management System
CVE-2025-9017

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

PHPgurukul
Status
Zoo Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-9017?

A cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in the PHPGurukul Zoo Management System version 2.1. This issue arises from improper handling of the 'visitorname' argument in the file /admin/add-foreigner-ticket.php. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely, potentially allowing them to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. Public disclosure of this exploit increases its availability for malicious parties aiming to compromise the application.

Affected Version(s)

Zoo Management System 2.1

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-2025-9017 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.320068
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.320068
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.629562
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CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
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

xiguala123 (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-9017 : Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in PHPGurukul Zoo Management System