CVE-2025-11597 is a SQL injection vulnerability identified in the code-projects E-Commerce Website version 1.0. The vulnerability resides in an unspecified function within the /pages/product_add_qty.php file, where the prod_id parameter is improperly sanitized, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code. This injection 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 a CVSS 4.0 base score of 5.3, indicating medium severity, with an attack vector of network (remote), low attack complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability at a low level. Although no active exploitation has been reported, the existence of publicly available exploits increases the risk of future attacks. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the product, and no official patches have been published yet. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and lack of parameterized queries in the affected PHP file, a common cause of SQL injection vulnerabilities. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability could extract sensitive customer data, alter product quantities, or disrupt e-commerce operations, leading to financial loss and reputational damage.

For European organizations using the code-projects E-Commerce Website 1.0, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their e-commerce platforms. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to customer data, including personal and payment information, resulting in data breaches and regulatory non-compliance under GDPR. Integrity of product inventory and order data could be compromised, causing operational disruptions and financial inaccuracies. Availability may also be affected if attackers execute destructive SQL commands or cause database errors, leading to downtime and loss of customer trust. Given the e-commerce sector's importance in Europe, especially in countries with large online retail markets, the vulnerability could impact revenue and brand reputation. Furthermore, attackers could leverage this vulnerability as a foothold for further network intrusion or lateral movement within the organization. The medium severity rating reflects the balance between the ease of exploitation and the limited scope of impact, but the presence of public exploits elevates the urgency for mitigation.

To mitigate CVE-2025-11597, organizations should immediately implement strict input validation on the prod_id parameter to ensure only expected data types and values are accepted. Refactoring the affected code to use parameterized queries or prepared statements will prevent SQL injection by separating code from data. If source code modification is not immediately possible, deploying a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with specific rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting prod_id can provide temporary protection. Organizations should audit database user privileges to ensure the web application operates with the least privilege necessary, limiting potential damage from exploitation. Regular monitoring of database logs and web server logs for suspicious queries or anomalies related to product_add_qty.php is recommended. Additionally, organizations should track vendor communications for official patches or updates and apply them promptly once available. Conducting security awareness training for developers on secure coding practices can prevent similar vulnerabilities in future releases. Finally, organizations should prepare incident response plans to quickly address any exploitation attempts.