CVE-2025-11041 is a medium-severity SQL Injection vulnerability identified in the itsourcecode Open Source Job Portal version 1.0. The vulnerability resides in the /admin/user/index.php file, specifically when handling the 'view=edit' functionality and the 'ID' parameter. An attacker can manipulate the 'ID' argument to inject malicious SQL code, which is then executed by the backend database. This flaw allows remote exploitation without requiring user interaction or authentication, as indicated by the CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/UI:N/PR:L). The vulnerability impacts the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system, as attackers can potentially extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or disrupt service. Although the CVSS score is 5.3 (medium), the vulnerability is notable because it affects administrative functionality, which typically has elevated privileges. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, but no known exploits have been reported in the wild yet. No official patches or fixes have been linked or published at this time, increasing the urgency for organizations using this software to apply mitigations or consider alternative solutions. The vulnerability is specific to version 1.0 of the Open Source Job Portal by itsourcecode, which is a platform used for job listing and recruitment management. The lack of authentication requirement for exploitation suggests that any remote attacker with network access to the administrative interface could attempt to exploit this flaw, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or system compromise.

For European organizations using the itsourcecode Open Source Job Portal 1.0, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of their recruitment and personnel data. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive applicant or employee information, manipulation of user accounts, or disruption of recruitment operations. Given that the vulnerability affects administrative functions, attackers could escalate their privileges or pivot to other internal systems. This could result in reputational damage, legal consequences under GDPR due to data breaches, and operational downtime. Organizations in sectors with high recruitment volumes or sensitive hiring processes, such as government agencies, financial institutions, and large enterprises, are particularly at risk. Additionally, since the exploit requires no user interaction and can be performed remotely, the attack surface is broad, especially if the administrative interface is exposed or insufficiently protected. The absence of known exploits in the wild currently reduces immediate risk, but the public disclosure increases the likelihood of future exploitation attempts. Therefore, European organizations must prioritize assessment and remediation to prevent potential breaches.

1. Immediate Restriction of Access: Limit access to the /admin/user/index.php interface to trusted IP addresses using network-level controls such as firewalls or VPNs. 2. Input Validation and Parameterization: Implement strict input validation and use prepared statements or parameterized queries in the codebase to prevent SQL injection. Since no official patch is available, organizations should review and modify the source code to sanitize the 'ID' parameter. 3. Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the vulnerable parameter. 4. Monitoring and Logging: Enable detailed logging of administrative interface access and monitor for unusual query patterns or repeated failed attempts that may indicate exploitation attempts. 5. Upgrade or Replace: Evaluate the possibility of upgrading to a newer, patched version of the software or migrating to alternative job portal solutions with active security support. 6. Network Segmentation: Isolate the job portal system within a secure network segment to reduce exposure. 7. Incident Response Preparedness: Prepare incident response plans specific to SQL injection attacks, including data backup and recovery procedures. 8. User Privilege Review: Audit and minimize administrative privileges to reduce potential impact if exploitation occurs.