CVE-2025-11054 is a medium-severity SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the itsourcecode Open Source Job Portal, specifically affecting the /jobportal/admin/category/index.php file when accessed with the 'view=edit' parameter. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'ID' parameter, which can be manipulated by an attacker to inject malicious SQL commands. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries on the backend database without requiring user interaction or authentication, as indicated by the CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N). The vulnerability impacts the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the database, potentially enabling unauthorized data disclosure, data modification, or denial of service. Although no known exploits have been reported in the wild yet, the public disclosure of the exploit code increases the risk of exploitation. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 5.3, reflecting a medium severity level due to the limited privileges required (PR:L) and the partial impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (VC:L, VI:L, VA:L). The lack of a patch link suggests that a fix may not yet be available, emphasizing the need for immediate mitigation steps.

For European organizations using the itsourcecode Open Source Job Portal version 1.0, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive job portal data, including user credentials, job listings, and administrative configurations. This could result in data breaches violating GDPR regulations, leading to legal penalties and reputational damage. Additionally, attackers could manipulate or delete data, disrupting recruitment operations and causing business continuity issues. Since the vulnerability requires only low privileges and no user interaction, insider threats or compromised low-level accounts could be leveraged to escalate attacks. The remote exploitability further increases the attack surface, especially for organizations exposing the job portal to the internet. Given the strategic importance of recruitment platforms in HR operations, European companies relying on this software could face operational disruptions and compliance challenges.

1. Immediate mitigation should include restricting access to the affected admin interface (/jobportal/admin/category/index.php) by implementing IP whitelisting or VPN-only access to limit exposure. 2. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection patterns targeting the 'ID' parameter. 3. Conduct a thorough code review and implement parameterized queries or prepared statements to sanitize inputs properly, eliminating SQL injection vectors. 4. Monitor logs for suspicious activities related to the 'view=edit' functionality and unusual database queries. 5. If possible, upgrade to a patched version once available or apply community-provided patches. 6. Educate administrators about the risk and enforce the principle of least privilege to minimize the impact of compromised accounts. 7. Regularly back up the database and test restoration procedures to mitigate data loss from potential attacks.