CVE-2025-13060 identifies a SQL injection vulnerability in SourceCodester Survey Application System version 1.0, specifically in the /view_survey.php script. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization of the 'ID' parameter, which is directly used in SQL queries without adequate validation or parameterization. This allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to inject malicious SQL code, potentially extracting, modifying, or deleting data from the underlying database. The vulnerability does not require any user interaction or privileges, making it remotely exploitable over the network. The CVSS v4.0 score of 6.9 reflects a medium severity, considering the attack vector is network-based with low attack complexity and no need for authentication. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is limited but significant, as attackers can access or alter survey data. No patches or official fixes have been published yet, and no known exploits are active in the wild, but public disclosure increases the risk of future exploitation. The vulnerability is specific to version 1.0 of the product, so organizations running this exact version are vulnerable. Mitigation involves secure coding practices such as using prepared statements and input validation to prevent injection, alongside monitoring and restricting database permissions. Given the nature of survey applications, data confidentiality and integrity are critical, and exploitation could lead to data breaches or manipulation of survey results.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-13060 can be significant if they rely on SourceCodester Survey Application System 1.0 for collecting and managing survey data. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive survey responses, manipulation of survey results, or disruption of survey services. This could damage organizational reputation, violate data protection regulations such as GDPR, and lead to potential legal and financial consequences. The vulnerability's remote exploitability without authentication increases the risk of automated attacks or exploitation by opportunistic threat actors. Organizations in sectors that heavily depend on survey data for decision-making, such as market research, public opinion polling, or academic institutions, may face operational disruptions and data integrity issues. Additionally, if the backend database contains personally identifiable information (PII), the breach could escalate to a data privacy incident. The absence of known exploits in the wild currently reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, especially after public disclosure. Therefore, European entities using this software version should consider the vulnerability a priority for remediation to avoid potential data breaches and compliance violations.

To mitigate CVE-2025-13060, organizations should first identify all instances of SourceCodester Survey Application System version 1.0 in their environment. Since no official patches are currently available, immediate remediation involves code-level fixes: replace all dynamic SQL queries involving the 'ID' parameter in /view_survey.php with parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent injection. Implement strict input validation and sanitization on all user-supplied parameters, enforcing type and format constraints. Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules targeting SQL injection patterns to provide an additional layer of defense. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary, preventing unauthorized data modification or extraction even if injection occurs. Conduct thorough security testing, including automated scanning and manual code review, to detect similar injection points elsewhere in the application. Monitor application logs and database activity for suspicious queries or anomalies indicative of exploitation attempts. Finally, plan for an upgrade or migration to a newer, patched version of the software once available, and maintain an incident response plan to address potential breaches promptly.