Cleartext Storage Vulnerability in SourceCodester Student Result Management System
CVE-2026-5531

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Sourcecodester
Status
Student Result Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 April 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-5531?

A vulnerability exists in the SourceCodester Student Result Management System 1.0, specifically within the /login_credentials.txt file managed by the HTTP GET Request Handler component. This vulnerability allows for cleartext storage of sensitive data, potentially exposing users' login credentials and other private information. The issue can be exploited remotely, making it crucial for users and administrators to secure their systems promptly. Public disclosure of this vulnerability raises the urgency to mitigate the risk and protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.

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Affected Version(s)

Student Result 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-2026-5531 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/355284
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/355284/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/782157
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CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
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

Humraaz21 (VulDB User)
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