CVE-2025-14663 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in the code-projects Student File Management System version 1.0. The vulnerability resides in the /admin/update_student.php file, where insufficient input validation allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts. This flaw can be exploited remotely without authentication, but requires user interaction, such as an administrator clicking a crafted link or submitting manipulated input. The vulnerability impacts the integrity of the system by potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the victim's browser session, which could lead to session hijacking, defacement, or redirection to malicious sites. However, the vulnerability does not affect confidentiality or availability directly. The CVSS 4.8 score reflects a medium severity, considering the attack vector is network-based with low complexity and no privileges required, but user interaction is necessary. No known exploits are currently active in the wild, but the public disclosure increases the likelihood of future exploitation attempts. The affected product is a specialized student file management system, which may be deployed in educational institutions or administrative environments. The lack of available patches or vendor advisories suggests that organizations must implement manual mitigations or input sanitization to protect against this vulnerability. Monitoring and restricting access to the admin interface can further reduce risk.

For European organizations, particularly educational institutions using the code-projects Student File Management System, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized script execution within administrative sessions. This could lead to session hijacking, unauthorized actions performed on behalf of administrators, or redirection to malicious websites, potentially compromising the integrity of student data management processes. While confidentiality and availability impacts are minimal, the integrity breach could undermine trust in the system and lead to administrative disruptions. The medium severity and requirement for user interaction limit the scope but do not eliminate the risk, especially in environments where administrators may be targeted via phishing or social engineering. The public disclosure increases the risk of exploitation attempts, necessitating proactive defense measures. Organizations failing to address this vulnerability may face reputational damage and compliance issues under European data protection regulations if student data integrity is compromised.

To mitigate CVE-2025-14663, organizations should implement strict input validation and output encoding in the /admin/update_student.php functionality to prevent injection of malicious scripts. Employing a web application firewall (WAF) with rules targeting XSS payloads can provide an additional protective layer. Restrict administrative interface access via network segmentation and IP whitelisting to limit exposure. Educate administrators about phishing and social engineering risks to reduce the likelihood of user interaction exploitation. If vendor patches or updates become available, prioritize their deployment promptly. In the absence of official patches, consider applying manual code reviews and sanitization routines to the affected file. Regularly monitor logs for suspicious activity indicative of attempted XSS exploitation. Implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict script execution sources, reducing the impact of successful XSS attacks. Finally, maintain up-to-date backups of critical data to enable recovery in case of compromise.