CVE-2025-4928 is a critical SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the projectworlds Online Lawyer Management System, specifically within the /save_lawyer_edit_profile.php script. SQL Injection vulnerabilities occur when untrusted input is improperly sanitized and directly incorporated into SQL queries, allowing an attacker to manipulate the database query logic. In this case, multiple parameters in the affected PHP file are susceptible to injection, enabling remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands without authentication or user interaction. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of exploitation, although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, and limited impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. However, the potential impact of SQL Injection can be severe, including unauthorized data access, data modification, or even full system compromise depending on the database permissions and application architecture. Given that the vulnerability affects a legal case management system, sensitive client and case data could be exposed or altered, posing significant risks to confidentiality and data integrity.

For European organizations, particularly law firms and legal service providers using the Online Lawyer Management System, this vulnerability presents a substantial risk. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive client information, legal documents, and case details, violating data protection regulations such as the GDPR. Data integrity could be compromised, undermining the trustworthiness of legal records and potentially affecting legal proceedings. Availability impacts might include disruption of case management operations, delaying legal services. The reputational damage and potential regulatory penalties from data breaches could be severe. Since the system is used remotely and the vulnerability requires no authentication, attackers could exploit it from anywhere, increasing the threat landscape. The public disclosure of the vulnerability further elevates the urgency for mitigation.

Immediate mitigation should focus on applying patches or updates from the vendor once available. In the absence of official patches, organizations should implement input validation and parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL Injection in the affected PHP script. Web application firewalls (WAFs) can be configured to detect and block SQL Injection attempts targeting the vulnerable endpoint. Conduct thorough code reviews and security testing of the Online Lawyer Management System, especially the /save_lawyer_edit_profile.php file, to identify and remediate injection points. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary to limit the impact of potential exploitation. Additionally, monitor logs for suspicious SQL query patterns and unusual database activity. Organizations should also consider isolating the affected system within the network and applying network-level access controls to limit exposure until the vulnerability is remediated.