CVE-2025-5562 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the PHPGurukul Curfew e-Pass Management System, specifically within the /admin/edit-category-detail.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'editid' parameter, which is directly used in SQL queries. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to inject malicious SQL code, potentially manipulating the backend database. Exploitation can lead to unauthorized data access, data modification, or even complete compromise of the database. The vulnerability does not require any authentication or user interaction, making it highly accessible for attackers. Although the CVSS v4.0 base score is 6.9, categorized as medium severity, the potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system can be significant depending on the database contents and system usage. The vulnerability is publicly disclosed, but no known exploits are currently reported in the wild. The Curfew e-Pass Management System is likely used by governmental or administrative bodies to manage movement permissions during curfews or lockdowns, making the data sensitive and critical for public safety and governance.

For European organizations, especially governmental agencies or municipalities that may deploy the PHPGurukul Curfew e-Pass Management System or similar e-pass management solutions, this vulnerability poses a serious risk. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive personal data, including identity information and movement permissions, potentially violating GDPR and other data protection regulations. Manipulation of e-pass data could disrupt public order, enable unauthorized movement during curfews, or facilitate fraudulent activities. Additionally, a successful attack could undermine public trust in digital governance tools. The impact extends to operational disruption if the database integrity is compromised, affecting the ability to enforce curfew regulations effectively. Given the remote, unauthenticated nature of the attack vector, the threat surface is broad, and attackers could be state-sponsored actors, cybercriminals, or hacktivists targeting European public administration systems.

1. Immediate patching or upgrading to a fixed version of the PHPGurukul Curfew e-Pass Management System once available is the most effective mitigation. 2. In the absence of an official patch, implement input validation and parameterized queries (prepared statements) for all database interactions, especially for the 'editid' parameter in /admin/edit-category-detail.php. 3. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with SQL Injection detection and prevention rules tailored to block suspicious payloads targeting this endpoint. 4. Conduct thorough code audits and penetration testing focusing on SQL Injection vulnerabilities across the application. 5. Restrict administrative interface access via network segmentation and IP whitelisting to reduce exposure. 6. Monitor database logs and application logs for unusual query patterns or failed injection attempts. 7. Educate administrators on the risks and signs of exploitation attempts. 8. Consider deploying runtime application self-protection (RASP) tools to detect and block injection attacks in real-time.