CVE-2025-1670 identifies a SQL Injection vulnerability in the jdsofttech School Management System – WPSchoolPress WordPress plugin, present in all versions up to and including 2.2.16. The vulnerability stems from improper sanitization of the 'cid' parameter used in SQL queries, where user-supplied input is not adequately escaped or parameterized. This allows authenticated attackers with at least Custom-level privileges to append arbitrary SQL commands to existing queries. The injection flaw enables attackers to extract sensitive information from the backend database, potentially including user data, grades, or other confidential school records. The vulnerability does not require user interaction beyond authentication and does not affect data integrity or availability, limiting the impact to confidentiality. The CVSS 3.1 score of 6.5 reflects a network attack vector with low complexity and privileges required. No patches are currently linked, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild. The root cause is classified under CWE-89, indicating improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands. This vulnerability highlights the risks of insufficient input validation and lack of prepared statements in web applications handling sensitive educational data.

The primary impact of CVE-2025-1670 is unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information stored in the database of affected School Management System installations. Attackers with authenticated access can exploit the SQL Injection to retrieve confidential student records, grades, personal information, or administrative data. This breach of confidentiality can lead to privacy violations, regulatory non-compliance (e.g., FERPA in the US, GDPR in Europe), reputational damage, and potential legal consequences for educational institutions. Although the vulnerability does not allow modification or deletion of data, the exposure of sensitive information alone is significant. The ease of exploitation by users with relatively low privileges increases the risk within organizations using this plugin. Since the plugin is used in WordPress environments, which are widely deployed globally, numerous educational institutions could be affected, especially those that have not updated or hardened their plugins. The lack of known exploits in the wild suggests limited current exploitation but also indicates the need for proactive remediation to prevent future attacks.

To mitigate CVE-2025-1670, organizations should immediately upgrade the WPSchoolPress plugin to a version that addresses this vulnerability once available. In the absence of an official patch, administrators should implement strict input validation and sanitization on the 'cid' parameter, ideally using parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL Injection. Restricting access permissions to the minimum necessary level can reduce the risk, ensuring that only trusted users have Custom-level or higher privileges. Employing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with SQL Injection detection rules can provide an additional layer of defense. Regularly auditing user privileges and monitoring database query logs for unusual activity can help detect exploitation attempts. Additionally, isolating the database and applying the principle of least privilege to database accounts can limit the scope of data exposure. Educating administrators and users about the risks of SQL Injection and maintaining timely updates of all WordPress plugins is critical for long-term security.