CVE-2025-11396 is a SQL injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the Simple Food Ordering System developed by code-projects. The vulnerability resides in the /product.php file, specifically in the handling of the 'Category' parameter. An attacker can manipulate this parameter to inject arbitrary SQL commands due to insufficient input sanitization or lack of parameterized queries. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute unauthorized SQL queries on the backend database without requiring authentication or user interaction. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9, categorized as medium severity, reflecting its moderate impact and ease of exploitation. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized data disclosure, modification, or deletion, potentially compromising customer data, order information, or system integrity. Although no active exploitation has been reported, a public exploit exists, increasing the likelihood of future attacks. The vulnerability does not require special privileges or user interaction, making it accessible to a wide range of attackers. The absence of patches or official fixes necessitates immediate mitigation efforts by users of the affected software. This vulnerability highlights the critical need for secure coding practices, especially in web applications handling sensitive transactional data.

For European organizations using the Simple Food Ordering System 1.0, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their order management and customer data. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive customer information, including personal and payment data, resulting in data breaches and regulatory non-compliance under GDPR. Integrity of order records could be compromised, leading to fraudulent orders or disruption of business operations. Availability of the ordering system could also be impacted if attackers execute destructive SQL commands. The food service and hospitality sectors, which rely heavily on such ordering systems, could face operational disruptions and reputational damage. Additionally, the presence of a public exploit increases the risk of opportunistic attacks, especially against smaller businesses with limited cybersecurity defenses. The medium severity rating suggests a moderate but tangible threat that requires timely attention to prevent exploitation and potential financial and legal consequences.

To mitigate CVE-2025-11396, organizations should immediately implement input validation and sanitization on the 'Category' parameter in /product.php to prevent injection of malicious SQL code. Refactoring the code to use parameterized queries or prepared statements is critical to eliminate SQL injection risks. If source code modification is not immediately feasible, deploying a web application firewall (WAF) with rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the 'Category' parameter can provide temporary protection. Regularly monitoring database logs for unusual queries or access patterns can help detect attempted exploitation. Organizations should also conduct a thorough security review of the entire application to identify and remediate other potential injection points. Since no official patch is currently available, coordinating with the software vendor or community for updates is advisable. Additionally, enforcing the principle of least privilege on database accounts used by the application can limit the impact of a successful injection. Finally, educating developers on secure coding practices and conducting periodic security testing will reduce future vulnerabilities.