CVE-2025-65354 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability identified in the event-management 1.0 software developed by PuneethReddyHC. The vulnerability exists due to improper sanitization and validation of the sitem_name parameter submitted via POST requests to the /Grocery/search_products_itname.php script. This flaw allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL code that alters the intended query logic executed against the backend database. By manipulating the SQL queries, attackers can exfiltrate sensitive information such as user credentials, event details, or other confidential data stored in the database. Furthermore, depending on the database permissions and configuration, attackers may execute arbitrary commands or escalate their access, potentially leading to full backend system compromise. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without requiring authentication or user interaction, increasing its risk profile. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 reflects the high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, combined with the low attack complexity and no privileges required. Although no patches or official fixes have been published yet, the vulnerability is publicly disclosed and should be treated as an urgent security concern. Organizations relying on this software must assess their exposure and implement immediate protective measures.

For European organizations, exploitation of CVE-2025-65354 could result in significant data breaches involving sensitive personal and organizational information, violating GDPR and other data protection regulations. The compromise of backend systems may disrupt event management operations, leading to service outages and reputational damage. Attackers gaining unauthorized access could also pivot to other internal systems, amplifying the impact. Given the criticality and ease of exploitation, organizations face risks of financial loss, regulatory penalties, and erosion of customer trust. The event-management software is likely used by various sectors including corporate event planners, public institutions, and cultural organizations across Europe, making the threat widespread. The lack of available patches increases the window of exposure, necessitating immediate mitigation to prevent exploitation.

1. Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules specifically designed to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the sitem_name parameter in /Grocery/search_products_itname.php. 2. Apply input validation and sanitization at the application level, ensuring all user-supplied data is properly escaped or parameterized before database queries. 3. Employ prepared statements with parameterized queries to eliminate direct concatenation of user input into SQL commands. 4. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary, preventing execution of administrative commands even if injection occurs. 5. Monitor application logs and network traffic for unusual query patterns or repeated failed attempts indicative of exploitation attempts. 6. If possible, isolate the vulnerable application environment from critical internal networks to limit lateral movement. 7. Engage with the software vendor or developer community to obtain or request patches and updates addressing this vulnerability. 8. Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing focusing on injection flaws to proactively identify and remediate similar issues.