CVE-2025-11074 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the code-projects Project Monitoring System, specifically within an unspecified function in the /login.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the username and/or password parameters, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL code. This injection can be performed remotely without requiring any authentication or user interaction, as indicated by the CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N). The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the backend database, as the attacker could potentially extract sensitive data, modify or delete records, or disrupt service. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9, categorized as medium severity, reflecting the ease of exploitation and the potential impact. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the exploit code has been published, increasing the risk of exploitation. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the Project Monitoring System, which is a tool used to track and manage projects, likely storing sensitive project and user data. The lack of patches or mitigation guidance from the vendor at this time increases the urgency for organizations to implement protective measures.

For European organizations using the code-projects Project Monitoring System 1.0, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of their project data and user credentials. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized data disclosure, manipulation of project tracking information, or denial of service conditions, potentially disrupting business operations and damaging trust with clients and partners. Given that the attack requires no authentication and can be initiated remotely, any exposed instance of the vulnerable system accessible over the internet is at risk. This is particularly concerning for organizations in regulated sectors such as finance, healthcare, or government, where data breaches can lead to regulatory penalties under GDPR and other data protection laws. Additionally, the compromise of project management data could facilitate further attacks, including social engineering or lateral movement within the network. The medium severity rating suggests that while the vulnerability is serious, it may not lead to full system compromise without additional factors, but the presence of published exploit code lowers the barrier for attackers.

European organizations should immediately audit their environments to identify any deployments of code-projects Project Monitoring System version 1.0. Since no official patch is currently available, organizations should consider the following specific mitigations: 1) Restrict network access to the /login.php endpoint by implementing web application firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection patterns targeting username and password parameters. 2) Employ input validation and parameterized queries or prepared statements in any custom integrations or forks of the system to prevent injection. 3) Monitor logs for unusual or repeated failed login attempts or suspicious query patterns indicative of injection attempts. 4) If feasible, isolate the vulnerable system from the internet or restrict access to trusted IP addresses only. 5) Plan for an upgrade or migration to a patched or alternative project monitoring solution as soon as a fix becomes available. 6) Conduct regular security assessments and penetration tests focusing on injection vulnerabilities to proactively identify similar issues.