CVE-2025-63608 is a SQL injection vulnerability identified in CSZ-CMS, a content management system, affecting versions up to and including 1.3.0. The vulnerability resides in the Form Builder view functionality, where the 'field' parameter is improperly sanitized, allowing an authenticated administrator to inject arbitrary SQL commands. This flaw stems from inadequate input validation and parameterized query usage, classified under CWE-89. Exploiting this vulnerability requires the attacker to have legitimate administrator credentials, which limits the attack surface but still poses a significant risk if credentials are compromised or insider threats exist. The vulnerability's CVSS 3.1 base score is 5.4 (medium severity), with an attack vector of network (remote exploitation possible), low attack complexity, privileges required (administrator), no user interaction, and impacts on confidentiality and integrity but not availability. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized reading or modification of database contents, potentially exposing sensitive information or corrupting data. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability's presence in a CMS used for website content management makes it a target for attackers seeking to manipulate or extract data. The lack of available patches at the time of publication necessitates immediate attention from administrators to implement compensating controls or monitor for suspicious activity.

For European organizations using CSZ-CMS, this vulnerability poses a moderate risk primarily to data confidentiality and integrity. Attackers with administrator access could leverage the SQL injection to extract sensitive data such as user information, configuration details, or proprietary content. Data integrity could be compromised by unauthorized modification or deletion of database records, potentially disrupting business operations or damaging reputation. Although availability is not directly impacted, the indirect effects of data corruption or breach could lead to service interruptions or regulatory non-compliance, especially under GDPR requirements. The requirement for administrator privileges reduces the likelihood of external exploitation but raises concerns about insider threats or credential compromise. Organizations in sectors with high regulatory scrutiny or handling sensitive personal data are particularly vulnerable to reputational and legal consequences if this vulnerability is exploited.

1. Immediate mitigation should include restricting administrator access through strong authentication mechanisms such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) to reduce the risk of credential compromise. 2. Implement strict input validation and parameterized queries in the Form Builder view functionality to prevent SQL injection. Since no patches are currently available, consider applying virtual patching via Web Application Firewalls (WAF) configured to detect and block suspicious SQL injection patterns targeting the 'field' parameter. 3. Conduct regular audits of administrator accounts and monitor logs for unusual query patterns or access behaviors indicative of exploitation attempts. 4. Limit the number of administrators and enforce the principle of least privilege to minimize exposure. 5. Stay updated with vendor announcements for official patches and apply them promptly once released. 6. Perform security awareness training for administrators to recognize phishing or social engineering attempts that could lead to credential theft. 7. Backup critical CMS data regularly and verify the integrity of backups to enable recovery in case of data tampering.