CVE-2025-14203 is an SQL Injection vulnerability identified in the code-projects Question Paper Generator version 1.0. The vulnerability exists in the /selectquestionuser.php script, where the 'subid' parameter is improperly sanitized, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL code. This injection flaw enables remote attackers to manipulate backend database queries without requiring authentication or user interaction, which can lead to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 5.3, indicating medium severity, with an attack vector classified as network-based and low attack complexity. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is limited but non-negligible, as the vulnerability could allow attackers to extract sensitive data or disrupt service availability. Although no active exploits have been observed in the wild, a public exploit has been published, increasing the likelihood of exploitation attempts. The affected product is a niche educational software tool used for generating question papers, which may limit the scope of affected systems but still poses a risk to organizations relying on it for academic operations. No official patches have been released yet, so mitigation currently relies on implementing secure coding practices such as input validation and prepared statements.

For European organizations, particularly educational institutions using the code-projects Question Paper Generator, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive academic data, including exam questions and user information. Data confidentiality could be compromised, potentially resulting in exam content leaks or manipulation. Integrity of stored data may be affected if attackers alter question banks or user records, undermining trust in academic processes. Availability could be impacted if attackers execute destructive SQL commands or cause database errors, disrupting the generation of exam papers. Although the product is niche, institutions relying on it for critical academic functions could face operational disruptions and reputational damage. The presence of a public exploit increases the risk of targeted attacks, especially in regions with higher adoption of this software. Compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR may also be jeopardized if sensitive personal data is exposed.

European organizations should immediately audit their use of the code-projects Question Paper Generator to identify affected installations. Until an official patch is released, implement strict input validation on the 'subid' parameter to ensure only expected numeric or alphanumeric values are accepted. Refactor the vulnerable code to use parameterized SQL queries or prepared statements to prevent injection. Restrict network access to the application to trusted users and environments, employing web application firewalls (WAFs) with SQL injection detection rules to block malicious payloads. Monitor logs for suspicious query patterns or repeated access attempts targeting the vulnerable endpoint. Educate developers and administrators on secure coding practices and the importance of timely patching. Once the vendor releases a patch, prioritize its deployment. Additionally, conduct regular security assessments and penetration tests focusing on injection vulnerabilities in similar applications.