Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability in PHPGurukul Directory Management System
CVE-2025-9656

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

PHPgurukul
Status
Directory Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-9656?

A security flaw has been identified in the PHPGurukul Directory Management System version 2.0, specifically in the /admin/add-directory.php file. This vulnerability is due to improper handling of the 'fullname' argument, which can be exploited to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the user’s browser. As a result, an attacker can manipulate this vulnerability remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and data exposure. This issue has been publicly disclosed, raising concerns about its exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Directory Management System 2.0

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-2025-9656 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.321864
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.321864
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.637137
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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-2025-9656 : Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability in PHPGurukul Directory Management System