CVE-2025-45015 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in the PHPGurukul Park Ticketing Management System version 2.0, specifically within the foreigner-bwdates-reports-details.php file. The vulnerability arises because the application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input in the 'fromdate' and 'todate' parameters. An attacker can exploit this flaw by injecting arbitrary JavaScript code into these parameters, which is then executed in the context of the victim's browser when they access the affected page. This type of vulnerability is classified under CWE-79, which pertains to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.1, indicating a medium severity level. The vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N) reveals that the attack can be launched remotely over the network without any privileges, requires low attack complexity, but does require user interaction (the victim must visit a crafted URL). The scope is changed, meaning the vulnerability affects components beyond the initially vulnerable component, and it impacts confidentiality and integrity to a limited extent but does not affect availability. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches or vendor advisories have been linked yet. The vulnerability could be leveraged for session hijacking, defacement, or redirecting users to malicious sites, potentially leading to further compromise or data theft.

For European organizations using the PHPGurukul Park Ticketing Management System v2.0, this XSS vulnerability poses a moderate risk. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive user information such as session tokens or personal data, undermining user trust and potentially violating GDPR regulations. Since the system is related to park ticketing, it likely handles personal and payment data, increasing the stakes of such an attack. Attackers could craft malicious links to target employees or customers, leading to phishing or social engineering campaigns. The integrity of displayed data could be compromised, affecting operational reliability and customer confidence. Although availability is not impacted, the reputational damage and potential regulatory fines could be significant. The requirement for user interaction limits the attack vector but does not eliminate risk, especially in environments with high user traffic or where users may be less security-aware. Organizations in Europe must consider the legal and compliance implications of any data leakage resulting from this vulnerability.

To mitigate CVE-2025-45015, European organizations should prioritize the following actions: 1) Implement proper input validation and output encoding on the 'fromdate' and 'todate' parameters to neutralize any injected scripts. Use established libraries or frameworks that automatically handle XSS protection. 2) Employ Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts in browsers. 3) Conduct thorough code reviews and security testing, including automated scanning and manual penetration testing focused on input handling in the affected module. 4) Educate users and staff about the risks of clicking untrusted links, especially those related to ticketing or park services. 5) Monitor web application logs for suspicious requests targeting the vulnerable parameters. 6) If possible, isolate or restrict access to the vulnerable component until a patch or update is available. 7) Engage with the vendor or community maintaining PHPGurukul software to obtain or develop a security patch. 8) Review and update incident response plans to include scenarios involving XSS exploitation and data leakage. These steps go beyond generic advice by focusing on specific parameters and operational controls relevant to this vulnerability.