CVE-2025-6288 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the PHPGurukul Bus Pass Management System, specifically within the /admin/admin-profile.php file's Profile Page component. The vulnerability arises due to improper sanitization or validation of the 'profile name' parameter, which an attacker can manipulate to inject malicious scripts. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of an authenticated administrator's browser session. The vulnerability is classified as problematic with a CVSS 4.8 (medium) score, indicating moderate risk. The attack vector is network-based (remote), requiring no privileges but does require user interaction (the admin must interact with the malicious payload). The vulnerability does not compromise confidentiality or availability directly but impacts integrity and user trust by enabling script injection. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches or fixes have been published yet. The vulnerability's exploitation could lead to session hijacking, defacement, or unauthorized actions performed with admin privileges, depending on the payload used by the attacker. Given the administrative context, the impact could be significant within the affected system's scope.

For European organizations using the PHPGurukul Bus Pass Management System 1.0, this vulnerability poses a moderate risk primarily to administrative users managing bus pass profiles. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the admin's browser, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized administrative actions. This could disrupt the management of public transportation passes, affecting operational efficiency and user trust. While the vulnerability does not directly compromise system availability or data confidentiality, the integrity of administrative operations could be undermined. Additionally, if attackers leverage this XSS to pivot into further attacks or inject malware, broader organizational impacts could ensue. Given that public transportation systems are critical infrastructure components in many European cities, any disruption or compromise could have cascading effects on mobility services and public confidence. However, the limited scope to version 1.0 and the absence of known exploits reduce the immediate threat level.

1. Immediate mitigation should focus on input validation and output encoding: sanitize the 'profile name' parameter rigorously to neutralize any embedded scripts before rendering in the admin profile page. 2. Implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts in the admin interface. 3. Restrict access to the admin panel using network-level controls such as VPNs or IP whitelisting to reduce exposure. 4. Employ multi-factor authentication (MFA) for admin accounts to mitigate the risk of session hijacking. 5. Monitor admin interface logs for unusual activity patterns indicative of attempted XSS exploitation. 6. Since no official patch is available, consider applying custom patches or workarounds, such as disabling or limiting the affected functionality until a vendor fix is released. 7. Educate administrative users about the risks of interacting with suspicious links or inputs that could trigger XSS attacks. 8. Regularly update and audit the web application codebase to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities proactively.