CVE-2025-14590 identifies a SQL injection vulnerability in the code-projects Prison Management System version 2.0, specifically in the /admin/search1.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization of the 'keyname' parameter, which is used in SQL queries without adequate validation or parameterization. This flaw allows a remote attacker to inject malicious SQL code, potentially enabling unauthorized access to or manipulation of the underlying database. The attack vector requires no authentication or user interaction, increasing the ease of exploitation. The CVSS 4.0 score is 6.9 (medium), reflecting the vulnerability's potential to compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability to a limited extent. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on December 13, 2025, but no active exploits have been reported in the wild yet. The absence of patches or vendor-provided fixes at the time of disclosure necessitates immediate mitigation efforts by affected organizations. The Prison Management System typically handles sensitive data such as inmate records, schedules, and security logs, making this vulnerability particularly critical in contexts where data integrity and confidentiality are paramount. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability could extract sensitive information, alter records, or disrupt system operations, potentially undermining prison security and management.

For European organizations, exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive inmate data, manipulation of prison management records, and disruption of operational processes. Such impacts could compromise the safety and security of correctional facilities, violate data protection regulations like GDPR, and damage institutional trust. The breach of confidentiality could expose personal data of inmates and staff, while integrity violations could result in incorrect or falsified records affecting legal and administrative decisions. Availability impacts, though less likely, could disrupt system functionality, affecting daily operations. Given the critical nature of prison management systems, even medium-severity vulnerabilities can have outsized consequences. European correctional institutions using this software or similar systems are at risk, especially if they lack robust network segmentation or monitoring. Furthermore, public disclosure increases the likelihood of opportunistic attacks targeting these systems, emphasizing the need for proactive defense measures.

1. Immediately implement input validation and sanitization for the 'keyname' parameter to prevent SQL injection. 2. Refactor the vulnerable code to use parameterized queries or prepared statements to eliminate direct concatenation of user input into SQL commands. 3. Restrict access to the /admin/search1.php endpoint through network segmentation, firewalls, or VPNs to limit exposure to trusted administrators only. 4. Monitor logs for unusual or suspicious query patterns that could indicate attempted exploitation. 5. If vendor patches become available, prioritize their deployment in all affected environments. 6. Conduct a thorough security audit of the entire Prison Management System to identify and remediate other potential injection points. 7. Implement Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with SQL injection detection rules as an additional protective layer. 8. Train administrative staff on security best practices and the importance of applying updates promptly. 9. Establish incident response procedures specific to potential data breaches involving this system. 10. Consider isolating the Prison Management System from internet-facing networks to reduce attack surface.