CVE-2025-14248 identifies a SQL Injection vulnerability in the Simple Shopping Cart version 1.0 developed by code-projects. The vulnerability is located in the /adminlogin.php script, specifically in the handling of the admin_username parameter. Due to insufficient input validation or sanitization, an attacker can craft malicious SQL queries that are executed by the backend database. This flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate SQL statements without requiring authentication or user interaction, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data, modification of database contents, or disruption of service. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the network attack vector, low complexity, no privileges or user interaction needed, but limited impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Although no official patches have been released, public exploit code is available, increasing the likelihood of exploitation. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the Simple Shopping Cart product, which is a lightweight e-commerce solution often used by small to medium-sized businesses. The lack of segmentation or hardened security controls in such deployments can exacerbate the risk. The vulnerability's exploitation could lead to data breaches, unauthorized administrative access, or data manipulation, impacting business operations and customer trust.

For European organizations, the impact of this vulnerability can be significant, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) relying on Simple Shopping Cart 1.0 for their e-commerce platforms. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to administrative functions, exposure or alteration of customer data, and potential disruption of online sales operations. This could result in financial losses, regulatory non-compliance (e.g., GDPR violations due to data breaches), and reputational damage. Given the remote exploitability without authentication, attackers can target vulnerable systems en masse, increasing the risk of widespread compromise. The medium severity score indicates that while the impact is not critical, the ease of exploitation and potential data exposure warrant prompt attention. Organizations in sectors with high online transaction volumes or sensitive customer data are particularly at risk.

1. Immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries or prepared statements in the /adminlogin.php script to prevent SQL injection. 2. Deploy Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules specifically designed to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the admin_username parameter. 3. Conduct thorough code reviews and security testing of the Simple Shopping Cart application to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities. 4. Monitor logs and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity indicative of exploitation attempts. 5. If possible, upgrade to a newer, patched version of the software or migrate to a more secure e-commerce platform. 6. Restrict access to the admin login interface by IP whitelisting or VPN to reduce exposure. 7. Educate development and IT teams on secure coding practices and vulnerability management. 8. Regularly back up databases and ensure recovery procedures are tested to mitigate impact of potential data manipulation or loss.