CVE-2025-11584 is a SQL injection vulnerability identified in the code-projects Online Job Search Engine version 1.0. The vulnerability resides in the /searchjob.php script, where the txtspecialization parameter is improperly sanitized, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code. This flaw enables remote attackers to manipulate backend database queries without requiring authentication or user interaction, potentially leading to unauthorized data retrieval, modification, or deletion. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9, indicating a medium severity level. The attack vector is network-based with low attack complexity and no privileges or user interaction needed. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is limited but present, as attackers can partially compromise database contents. Although no active exploitation has been reported, the public disclosure of exploit code increases the likelihood of attacks. The lack of available patches or vendor advisories necessitates immediate defensive measures. This vulnerability is critical for organizations relying on this job search engine, as it could expose sensitive candidate or employer data and disrupt recruitment services.

For European organizations, exploitation of CVE-2025-11584 could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive recruitment data, including candidate profiles, employer information, and job listings. This breach of confidentiality may result in privacy violations under GDPR, leading to regulatory penalties and reputational damage. Integrity of the database could be compromised, allowing attackers to alter job postings or candidate details, potentially disrupting hiring processes. Availability impacts could arise if attackers execute destructive queries, causing service outages or data loss. Organizations in sectors with high recruitment activity, such as technology, finance, and manufacturing, may face operational disruptions. The public disclosure of the exploit increases the risk of automated attacks targeting vulnerable systems across Europe. Additionally, attackers could leverage this vulnerability as an initial foothold for further network intrusion or lateral movement. The medium severity rating reflects a moderate but tangible threat to European enterprises using this software without mitigation.

To mitigate CVE-2025-11584, organizations should immediately implement input validation and sanitization for the txtspecialization parameter to prevent SQL injection. Employ parameterized queries or prepared statements in the /searchjob.php code to ensure user inputs are not directly concatenated into SQL commands. Conduct a thorough code review of all input handling in the application to identify and remediate similar injection points. If vendor patches become available, apply them promptly. In the absence of official patches, consider deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the vulnerable parameter. Monitor application logs and database access patterns for unusual queries or spikes in errors indicative of exploitation attempts. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary to limit the impact of a successful injection. Regularly back up databases and test restoration procedures to minimize downtime in case of data corruption. Educate development teams on secure coding practices to prevent future injection vulnerabilities.