CVE-2025-13241 is a SQL injection vulnerability identified in version 2.0 of the code-projects Student Information System, specifically within the /index.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization of the Username parameter, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL code remotely without requiring authentication or user interaction. This flaw enables attackers to manipulate backend database queries, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure, modification, or deletion of sensitive student information stored within the system. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9, reflecting medium severity, with attack vector network (AV:N), low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges required (PR:N), and no user interaction (UI:N). The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability to a limited extent (VC:L, VI:L, VA:L). Although no confirmed exploits are currently active in the wild, the availability of exploit code increases the risk of exploitation. The Student Information System is typically deployed in educational institutions to manage student data, making it a valuable target for attackers seeking sensitive personal information or aiming to disrupt educational operations. The lack of a vendor patch at the time of disclosure necessitates immediate mitigation efforts by administrators. Given the remote exploitability and the critical nature of student data, this vulnerability represents a significant risk to organizations relying on this software.

For European organizations, particularly educational institutions using the code-projects Student Information System 2.0, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized access to sensitive student data, including personal identification and academic records. Exploitation could lead to data breaches, violating GDPR and other data protection regulations, resulting in legal and financial repercussions. Integrity of student records could be compromised, affecting academic evaluations and institutional reputation. Availability impacts could disrupt administrative operations, causing delays in educational services. The remote, unauthenticated nature of the attack vector increases the likelihood of exploitation, especially if the system is exposed to the internet without adequate network protections. The medium severity rating suggests moderate but significant risk, warranting prompt attention to prevent potential data loss or operational disruption. European institutions with limited cybersecurity resources may be particularly vulnerable, amplifying the potential impact.

1. Immediately apply any available vendor patches or updates addressing CVE-2025-13241 once released. 2. If patches are unavailable, implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the Username parameter. 3. Conduct thorough input validation and sanitize all user inputs, especially the Username field, using parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent injection. 4. Restrict network access to the Student Information System to trusted internal networks or VPNs, minimizing exposure to the internet. 5. Monitor logs for suspicious activities related to SQL injection patterns and anomalous database queries. 6. Educate system administrators and security teams about the vulnerability and ensure incident response plans are updated. 7. Consider deploying database activity monitoring tools to detect unauthorized queries in real-time. 8. Regularly back up student data and verify backup integrity to enable recovery in case of data tampering or loss. 9. Perform security assessments and penetration testing focused on injection vulnerabilities to identify and remediate similar issues proactively.