SQL Injection Vulnerability in CodeAstro Leave Management System 1.0
CVE-2026-9542

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Codeastro

Status
Leave Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 May 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-9542?

A vulnerability has been detected in the CodeAstro Leave Management System 1.0, specifically within the /admin/add_staff.php file. An attacker can exploit this issue by manipulating the email_id parameter, leading to the possibility of SQL injection. This weakness allows for remote execution of malicious SQL commands, potentially compromising sensitive data. The vulnerability has public exploits available, emphasizing the urgency for affected users to secure their environments.

Affected Version(s)

Leave 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-2026-9542 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/365603
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/365603/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/814866
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
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

wangchaoxing (VulDB User)
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