The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-60316 affects SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software version 1.0. It is a classic SQL Injection (CWE-89) flaw located in the admin/view_customer.php file, specifically exploitable via the ID parameter. SQL Injection occurs when user-supplied input is improperly sanitized and directly included in SQL queries, allowing attackers to manipulate the database query logic. In this case, the ID parameter is vulnerable, enabling an unauthenticated attacker to inject malicious SQL commands remotely over the network (AV:N), without any privileges (PR:N) or user interaction (UI:N). The vulnerability impacts confidentiality and integrity at a high level, as attackers can extract sensitive customer data, modify or delete records, and potentially escalate their access. Availability impact is low but present, as destructive queries could disrupt service. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.4 reflects these factors. No patches or fixes have been published yet, and no known exploits have been observed in the wild, but the vulnerability is publicly disclosed and exploitable. The software is likely used by small to medium pet grooming businesses for customer management, making the data stored valuable and the systems critical for daily operations. The lack of authentication requirement and ease of exploitation increase the risk profile significantly.

For European organizations using this software, the impact includes potential exposure of sensitive customer information such as personal details and pet records, which could violate GDPR and other privacy regulations. Data integrity could be compromised, leading to incorrect or fraudulent records that disrupt business operations. Attackers might also delete or alter data, causing service interruptions and reputational damage. The availability impact, while lower, could still result in downtime affecting customer service and revenue. Small and medium enterprises in the pet care sector, which may lack advanced cybersecurity defenses, are particularly vulnerable. The breach of customer trust and regulatory penalties could have severe financial and legal consequences. Furthermore, if attackers gain deeper access through database compromise, they might pivot to other internal systems, increasing the overall organizational risk.

Immediate mitigation should focus on code remediation by developers: implement parameterized queries or prepared statements to safely handle the ID parameter and prevent SQL Injection. Input validation should be enforced to restrict the format and type of data accepted. Until a patch is available, deploying a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules to detect and block SQL Injection attempts targeting the vulnerable endpoint is recommended. Conduct thorough security testing, including automated and manual penetration tests, to identify and fix similar injection points. Organizations should also monitor logs for suspicious database queries and unusual access patterns. Restrict network access to the admin interface where possible, using VPNs or IP whitelisting. Regular backups of the database should be maintained to enable recovery in case of data tampering or loss. Finally, raise awareness among IT staff about this vulnerability and ensure timely application of any future patches.