CVE-2025-10598 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software version 1.0. The vulnerability exists in the /admin/search_product.php file, specifically in the processing of the 'group_id' parameter. Improper sanitization or validation of this input allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL code, which can be executed by the backend database. This flaw can be exploited remotely without any authentication or user interaction, making it highly accessible to attackers. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9, indicating a medium severity level. The vector details show that the attack requires no privileges and no user interaction, with low complexity, and impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability to a limited extent. Although no public exploit is currently known to be actively used in the wild, the exploit code is publicly available, increasing the risk of exploitation. The vulnerability could allow attackers to extract sensitive data, modify or delete records, or potentially escalate further attacks depending on the database privileges of the application. Since this affects a niche software product used for pet grooming management, the attack surface is limited to organizations using this specific software version.

For European organizations, the impact depends on the adoption of SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software within their operations. Pet grooming businesses or veterinary clinics using this software could face data breaches exposing customer information, business records, or financial data. Compromise of the database integrity could disrupt business operations, leading to service downtime and loss of customer trust. Given the remote and unauthenticated nature of the exploit, attackers could leverage this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data or manipulate records, potentially causing regulatory compliance issues under GDPR if personal data is involved. Although the software is specialized, any breach could have reputational and financial consequences for affected businesses. The medium severity rating suggests that while the vulnerability is serious, it may not lead to full system compromise or widespread disruption without additional factors.

Organizations using SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software version 1.0 should immediately review and restrict access to the /admin/search_product.php endpoint, ideally limiting it to trusted internal networks. Input validation and sanitization should be implemented or enhanced to prevent SQL injection, specifically for the 'group_id' parameter. If a patch or updated version is released by the vendor, it should be applied promptly. In the absence of an official patch, deploying a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting this parameter can provide interim protection. Regular database backups and monitoring for unusual query patterns or access attempts should be established. Additionally, organizations should conduct security audits and penetration testing focused on this vulnerability to identify and remediate exposure. Finally, educating staff about the risks and signs of exploitation can help in early detection and response.