CVE-2025-10111 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the itsourcecode Student Information Management System (SIMS). The flaw exists in an unspecified function within the file /admin/modules/instructor/index.php, where the manipulation of the 'ID' parameter allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL code. This vulnerability is remotely exploitable without requiring authentication or user interaction, as indicated by the CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/UI:N/PR:N). The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is limited but present (VC:L/VI:L/VA:L), meaning an attacker could potentially read, modify, or delete data within the database to some extent. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9, categorized as medium severity. Although no public exploit is currently known to be actively used in the wild, the exploit code has been publicly released, increasing the risk of exploitation. SQL Injection vulnerabilities typically allow attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, which can lead to unauthorized data access, data corruption, or denial of service. Given that the affected system is a Student Information Management System, sensitive personal and academic data could be exposed or manipulated, impacting data privacy and system reliability. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the product, and no patches or updates have been linked yet, indicating that organizations using this version remain vulnerable until remediation is applied.

For European organizations, especially educational institutions and administrative bodies managing student data, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. Compromise of student information systems can lead to unauthorized disclosure of personal data, violating GDPR and other data protection regulations, potentially resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage. Data integrity issues could disrupt academic records, affecting students' academic progress and institutional operations. The remote and unauthenticated nature of the exploit increases the attack surface, allowing attackers from anywhere to target vulnerable systems. Additionally, the public availability of exploit code lowers the barrier for attackers, including less skilled threat actors, to attempt exploitation. The impact is heightened in Europe due to strict data privacy laws and the critical nature of educational data. Disruption or data breaches in these systems could also undermine trust in digital education infrastructure, which is increasingly important in the European context.

Organizations should immediately assess whether they are running itsourcecode Student Information Management System version 1.0 and prioritize upgrading to a patched version once available. In the absence of an official patch, implement web application firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the 'ID' parameter in /admin/modules/instructor/index.php. Conduct thorough input validation and parameterized queries or prepared statements in the application code to prevent injection. Restrict access to the administrative modules by IP whitelisting or VPN to reduce exposure. Regularly monitor logs for suspicious activities related to SQL injection patterns. Additionally, perform security audits and penetration testing focused on injection vulnerabilities. Backup critical data frequently and ensure backups are stored securely to enable recovery in case of data tampering or loss. Finally, raise awareness among IT and security teams about this vulnerability and the importance of timely patching and monitoring.