CVE-2025-6819 is a critical SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the code-projects Inventory Management System, specifically within the /php_action/removeBrand.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'brandId' parameter, which is directly used in SQL queries. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to inject arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating the 'brandId' argument. Exploitation does not require any user interaction or privileges, making it highly accessible. The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion, potentially compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the underlying database. Although the CVSS 4.0 score is 6.9 (medium severity), the nature of SQL Injection vulnerabilities often allows attackers to escalate impact depending on the database permissions and schema. No official patches or mitigations have been disclosed yet, and while no known exploits are currently observed in the wild, the public disclosure of the exploit code increases the risk of imminent attacks. The vulnerability affects only version 1.0 of the product, which is an inventory management system likely used by small to medium enterprises for managing product brands and inventory data.

For European organizations using the affected Inventory Management System, this vulnerability poses significant risks. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive inventory and business data, manipulation or deletion of records, and potential disruption of inventory operations. This could result in financial losses, operational downtime, and reputational damage. Organizations in sectors such as retail, manufacturing, and logistics that rely on this system for inventory tracking are particularly vulnerable. Additionally, compromised data could be leveraged for further attacks within the network or for industrial espionage. The remote, unauthenticated nature of the exploit increases the likelihood of automated attacks, especially given the public availability of exploit code. Since inventory systems often integrate with other enterprise applications, the breach could have cascading effects on supply chain management and customer fulfillment processes.

Immediate mitigation steps include implementing strict input validation and parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL injection in the 'brandId' parameter. Organizations should audit their usage of the code-projects Inventory Management System version 1.0 and isolate or restrict access to the vulnerable endpoint (/php_action/removeBrand.php) via network controls such as firewalls or web application firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block SQL injection patterns. Monitoring and logging database queries and web requests targeting this endpoint can help detect exploitation attempts. Until an official patch is released, consider applying virtual patching through WAF rules or disabling the affected functionality if feasible. Regular backups of the database should be maintained to enable recovery in case of data tampering. Additionally, organizations should review user privileges on the database to minimize the potential damage from injection attacks. Finally, updating to a patched or newer version of the software once available is critical.