CVE-2025-6611 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the code-projects Inventory Management System, specifically within the /php_action/createBrand.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'brandStatus' 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. The vulnerability is exploitable without any user interaction or authentication, increasing the risk of automated exploitation. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the ease of remote exploitation (AV:N), low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges or user interaction required (PR:N/UI:N), and limited impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (VC:L/VI:L/VA:L). Although no known exploits are currently observed in the wild, the public disclosure of the exploit code increases the likelihood of exploitation attempts. The vulnerability could allow attackers to read, modify, or delete sensitive inventory data, potentially leading to data leakage, unauthorized data manipulation, or disruption of inventory operations. The lack of a patch or mitigation details in the provided information indicates that affected organizations must take immediate protective measures to reduce risk.

For European organizations using the code-projects Inventory Management System version 1.0, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of inventory data. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive business information, such as supplier details, stock levels, and pricing, which could be leveraged for industrial espionage or competitive disadvantage. Data manipulation could disrupt supply chain operations, causing financial losses and reputational damage. Given the remote and unauthenticated nature of the attack, threat actors could automate exploitation attempts, increasing the risk of widespread compromise. Organizations in sectors with critical inventory management needs, such as manufacturing, retail, and logistics, may face operational disruptions. Additionally, compliance with European data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR) could be jeopardized if personal or sensitive data is exposed or altered, leading to legal and financial penalties.

1. Immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries or prepared statements in the affected /php_action/createBrand.php script to prevent SQL injection. 2. If source code modification is not immediately feasible, deploy Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block malicious payloads targeting the 'brandStatus' parameter. 3. Conduct a thorough code audit of the entire Inventory Management System to identify and remediate similar injection flaws. 4. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary to limit the impact of potential exploitation. 5. Monitor application logs for unusual or suspicious SQL query patterns indicative of injection attempts. 6. Isolate the Inventory Management System within network segments with strict access controls to reduce exposure. 7. Engage with the vendor or community to obtain or develop official patches and apply them promptly once available. 8. Educate development and security teams about secure coding practices to prevent recurrence.