CVE-2025-5358 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the PHPGurukul/Campcodes Cyber Cafe Management System, specifically within the /bwdates-reports-details.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization of the 'fromdate' and 'todate' parameters, which are used in SQL queries without adequate validation or parameterization. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to inject malicious SQL code, potentially manipulating the backend database. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized data access, data modification, or deletion, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system's data. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9, categorized as medium severity, reflecting the ease of remote exploitation without authentication or user interaction, but with limited scope and impact on system components. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, but public disclosure increases the risk of exploitation attempts. The affected product is a niche cyber cafe management system, which may be deployed in small to medium-sized internet cafes or similar establishments to manage user sessions, billing, and reporting.

For European organizations, particularly small businesses operating cyber cafes or similar public internet access points, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to customer data, including usage logs and billing information, potentially violating GDPR requirements for data protection and privacy. Data tampering or deletion could disrupt business operations, leading to financial losses and reputational damage. Additionally, compromised systems could be leveraged as pivot points for broader network attacks if connected to larger organizational infrastructure. Given the niche nature of the software, larger enterprises are less likely to be directly impacted, but small businesses in the EU digital economy relying on this system are vulnerable. The public disclosure of the vulnerability increases the urgency for mitigation to prevent exploitation by opportunistic attackers.

Organizations using PHPGurukul Cyber Cafe Management System 1.0 should immediately audit their deployments for the presence of the vulnerable /bwdates-reports-details.php component. Since no official patches are currently available, administrators should implement the following mitigations: 1) Apply input validation and sanitization on 'fromdate' and 'todate' parameters, enforcing strict date format checks and rejecting any input containing SQL control characters. 2) Employ parameterized queries or prepared statements in the backend code to prevent SQL injection. 3) Restrict access to the vulnerable script via network controls or authentication mechanisms to limit exposure. 4) Monitor logs for unusual query patterns or repeated access attempts to the vulnerable endpoint. 5) Consider isolating the cyber cafe management system from critical internal networks to contain potential breaches. 6) Engage with the vendor or community for updates or patches and plan for timely application once available. 7) Educate staff on the risks and signs of exploitation attempts to enhance detection capabilities.