CVE-2025-14215 identifies a SQL Injection vulnerability in version 1.0 of the code-projects Currency Exchange System, specifically within the /edit.php script. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization of the 'ID' parameter, which is directly incorporated into SQL queries without adequate validation or use of parameterized statements. This flaw enables remote attackers to inject malicious SQL code by manipulating the ID argument, potentially allowing them to retrieve, modify, or delete sensitive data stored in the backend database. The attack vector is network accessible (AV:N), requires no privileges (PR:N), no user interaction (UI:N), and no authentication, making it straightforward to exploit. The CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9 reflects a medium severity level, considering the partial impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (VC:L, VI:L, VA:L) but no scope change or security requirements. Although no known exploits are currently active in the wild, the public availability of exploit code increases the likelihood of attacks. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the product, and no official patches or mitigations have been published yet. The lack of CWE classification limits detailed categorization, but the core issue is classic SQL Injection due to insufficient input validation and unsafe query construction.

For European organizations, especially those in the financial sector or using the code-projects Currency Exchange System 1.0, this vulnerability poses significant risks. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive financial data, manipulation of currency exchange records, or disruption of exchange services, undermining trust and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR). The ability to execute SQL Injection remotely without authentication increases the attack surface, potentially allowing attackers to compromise backend databases, extract customer information, or corrupt transaction data. This could result in financial losses, reputational damage, and legal consequences. Additionally, the vulnerability could be leveraged as a foothold for further network intrusion or lateral movement within affected organizations. Given the critical nature of currency exchange systems, even medium severity vulnerabilities warrant urgent remediation to prevent cascading impacts on European financial infrastructure.

To mitigate CVE-2025-14215, organizations should immediately implement strict input validation and sanitization on the 'ID' parameter within /edit.php. Employing parameterized queries or prepared statements is essential to prevent SQL Injection attacks. If source code modification is not immediately feasible, deploying a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with SQL Injection detection rules can provide interim protection by blocking malicious payloads targeting the vulnerable parameter. Organizations should also restrict access to the /edit.php endpoint to trusted IP ranges or authenticated users where possible, reducing exposure. Regularly monitoring logs for suspicious query patterns and anomalous database activity can help detect exploitation attempts early. Since no official patches are available, organizations should engage with the vendor for updates or consider upgrading to a newer, secure version if available. Finally, conducting security audits and penetration testing focused on input validation will help identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities proactively.