CVE-2025-14950 identifies a SQL Injection vulnerability in the Scholars Tracking System version 1.0 developed by code-projects. The vulnerability resides in the /delete_post.php file, where the ID parameter is improperly sanitized, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL statements. This injection flaw can be exploited remotely without authentication or user interaction, enabling attackers to manipulate backend database queries. Potential consequences include unauthorized data access, data modification, deletion, or even complete compromise of the database. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the vulnerability's network attack vector, low complexity, and no required privileges or user interaction. Although no active exploitation has been reported, a public exploit exists, increasing the likelihood of attacks. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the software, which is primarily used by educational institutions to track scholar data, making sensitive student and academic information vulnerable. The lack of available patches necessitates immediate mitigation efforts by users. This vulnerability highlights the critical need for secure coding practices, particularly input validation and use of parameterized queries to prevent SQL Injection attacks.

For European organizations, particularly educational institutions using the Scholars Tracking System, this vulnerability poses significant risks. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive student and academic data, violating data protection regulations such as GDPR. Data integrity could be compromised, affecting the accuracy of academic records and potentially disrupting administrative operations. Availability of the system could also be impacted if attackers execute destructive SQL commands, leading to downtime and operational delays. The public availability of an exploit increases the risk of opportunistic attacks, including from cybercriminals targeting educational data for identity theft or ransomware campaigns. The medium severity rating suggests moderate but tangible risks, especially given the lack of authentication requirements and remote exploitability. European organizations must consider the reputational damage and legal consequences of data breaches stemming from this vulnerability.

Immediate mitigation should focus on code remediation by developers: sanitize and validate all inputs, especially the ID parameter in /delete_post.php, using parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL Injection. If source code access is unavailable, organizations should implement web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block SQL Injection attempts targeting this endpoint. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary to limit the impact of any injection. Conduct thorough security audits of the entire application to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities. Monitor logs for suspicious activity related to the /delete_post.php endpoint. Educate staff on the risks and ensure timely updates when patches become available. Consider isolating the application environment and backing up data regularly to enable recovery in case of compromise. Engage with the vendor or community for official patches or updates. Finally, review and enforce compliance with GDPR and other relevant data protection frameworks to mitigate legal risks.