CVE-2025-14285 is a SQL injection vulnerability identified in the Employee Profile Management System version 1.0 developed by code-projects. The vulnerability resides in the edit_personnel.php file, where the per_id parameter is improperly sanitized, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL code. This flaw enables remote attackers to manipulate backend database queries without requiring authentication or user interaction. The attack vector is network accessible (AV:N), with low attack complexity (AC:L), and no privileges or user interaction needed (PR:N, UI:N). The vulnerability impacts the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system's data, as attackers could extract sensitive employee information, modify records, or disrupt service. Although no known exploits are currently active in the wild, the public disclosure of exploit details increases the risk of exploitation. The vulnerability does not involve scope changes or security controls bypass but has partial impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9, categorizing it as medium severity. The lack of patches or vendor advisories necessitates immediate attention from users of this software to prevent potential exploitation.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the security of employee data managed within the affected system. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of personal and sensitive information, violating GDPR and other data protection regulations, potentially resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage. Integrity of employee records could be compromised, affecting payroll, HR decisions, and operational workflows. Availability impacts could disrupt HR services, causing operational delays. Sectors such as government agencies, large enterprises, and multinational corporations that rely on centralized employee management systems are particularly vulnerable. The medium severity rating suggests a moderate but actionable risk, especially given the ease of remote exploitation without authentication. Organizations may also face increased risk of targeted attacks leveraging this vulnerability as an initial access vector or for lateral movement within networks.

Immediate mitigation steps include conducting a thorough code audit of the edit_personnel.php file to identify and remediate SQL injection points. Implement parameterized queries or prepared statements to ensure user inputs like per_id are properly sanitized. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with SQL injection detection and prevention rules tailored to this vulnerability. Monitor logs for unusual database query patterns or repeated access attempts to edit_personnel.php with suspicious parameters. Restrict network access to the affected application to trusted IP ranges where possible. Engage with the vendor or community for official patches or updates, and apply them promptly once available. Additionally, perform regular security assessments and penetration testing focused on input validation weaknesses. Educate developers and administrators on secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities. Finally, ensure robust backup and incident response plans are in place to mitigate potential exploitation consequences.