Missing Authentication in SourceCodester Smart Attendance System Admin Account Creation
CVE-2026-125075

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Sourcecodester
Status
Smart Attendance System With Qr Code Scanner
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 November 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-125075?

A security flaw has been identified in the SourceCodester Smart Attendance System with QR Code Scanner 1.0, specifically within the getMessage function located in create_admin.php. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to manipulate the argument 'e', resulting in unauthorized access to critical administrative functions. Attackers may exploit this weakness remotely, leading to potential exposure of sensitive systems and data. Since this vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, it poses a significant risk to users of the affected product.

Affected Version(s)

Smart Attendance System with QR Code Scanner 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-2026-125075 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/433179
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/433179/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-125075
third-party-advisory

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

yuechuya (VulDB User)
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