CVE-2025-14620 identifies a SQL Injection vulnerability in the Student File Management System version 1.0 developed by code-projects. The vulnerability resides in the /admin/login_query.php script, specifically in the handling of the Username parameter. An attacker can remotely manipulate this parameter to inject malicious SQL code, bypassing authentication and potentially extracting, modifying, or deleting sensitive data stored in the backend database. The vulnerability requires no privileges or user interaction, making it straightforward to exploit remotely over the network. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium), reflecting the moderate impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with low complexity and no authentication required. Although no public exploits have been observed in the wild yet, the public disclosure increases the likelihood of exploitation attempts. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the product, and no official patches have been linked, indicating that organizations must implement manual mitigations or upgrade if possible. The Student File Management System is typically used in educational environments to manage student records, making the data sensitive and critical for operational continuity. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability could gain unauthorized access to student information, alter records, or disrupt system availability, leading to reputational damage and regulatory compliance issues.

For European organizations, particularly educational institutions using the affected Student File Management System, this vulnerability poses significant risks. Unauthorized access to student records can lead to breaches of personal data protected under GDPR, resulting in legal penalties and loss of trust. Integrity violations could allow attackers to alter grades or attendance records, impacting academic outcomes and institutional credibility. Availability impacts may disrupt administrative operations, causing delays and operational inefficiencies. The remote, unauthenticated nature of the exploit increases the attack surface, especially for institutions with exposed administrative interfaces. The lack of known exploits currently reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, as public disclosure often precedes active exploitation. Organizations with limited cybersecurity resources or outdated systems are particularly vulnerable. The impact extends beyond individual institutions to national education systems if widespread exploitation occurs, potentially affecting millions of students and staff.

1. Immediately implement input validation and sanitization on the Username parameter to prevent SQL injection. 2. Refactor the /admin/login_query.php code to use parameterized queries or prepared statements to eliminate direct SQL concatenation. 3. Restrict access to the /admin/ directory using network-level controls such as VPNs, IP whitelisting, or firewall rules to limit exposure. 4. Monitor logs for unusual login attempts or SQL errors that may indicate exploitation attempts. 5. Conduct a thorough security review of the entire application to identify and remediate similar injection flaws. 6. If possible, upgrade to a newer, patched version of the Student File Management System or switch to alternative software with better security practices. 7. Educate administrative staff on secure password policies and the importance of limiting administrative interface exposure. 8. Implement web application firewalls (WAF) with SQL injection detection rules as an additional layer of defense. 9. Regularly back up student data and verify backup integrity to enable recovery in case of data tampering or loss. 10. Engage with the vendor or community to obtain or develop official patches and security updates.