CVE-2025-14950 identifies a SQL injection vulnerability in the Scholars Tracking System version 1.0 developed by code-projects. The vulnerability exists in the /delete_post.php file where the ID parameter is improperly sanitized, allowing an attacker to inject arbitrary SQL commands. This flaw enables remote exploitation without requiring authentication or user interaction, making it highly accessible to attackers. The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion within the backend database, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the ease of exploitation (network vector, low attack complexity) but limited scope of impact (partial confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact). No patches have been officially released yet, and no known active exploitation has been reported, but a public exploit is available, increasing the risk of attacks. The vulnerability is particularly critical for organizations relying on this system to manage sensitive scholar information, as exploitation could result in data breaches or operational disruption. The lack of authentication requirements and user interaction lowers the barrier for attackers, emphasizing the need for immediate remediation.

For European organizations, especially educational institutions and research bodies using the Scholars Tracking System, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of personal and academic data, manipulation or deletion of records, and potential disruption of system availability. This could result in regulatory non-compliance under GDPR due to data breaches, reputational damage, and operational downtime. The medium severity rating indicates a moderate but tangible risk, with attackers able to remotely exploit the flaw without credentials. The availability of a public exploit increases the likelihood of opportunistic attacks. Organizations handling sensitive scholar data must consider the impact on data privacy and integrity, as well as the potential cascading effects on academic operations and trust.

To mitigate CVE-2025-14950, organizations should immediately audit the /delete_post.php code and refactor the handling of the ID parameter to use parameterized queries or prepared statements, eliminating direct concatenation of user input into SQL commands. Implement strict input validation and sanitization to reject malformed or unexpected input. Deploy web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting SQL injection patterns to provide an additional layer of defense. Monitor logs for suspicious activities related to the delete_post endpoint. If patching is not immediately possible, consider disabling or restricting access to the vulnerable functionality. Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities. Finally, conduct regular security assessments and penetration tests focused on injection flaws to detect and remediate vulnerabilities proactively.