CVE-2025-7161 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 2.1 of the PHPGurukul Zoo Management System, specifically within the /admin/add-normal-ticket.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'cprice' parameter, which is used in SQL queries. An attacker can remotely manipulate this parameter to inject malicious SQL code, potentially allowing unauthorized access to or modification of the backend database. The vulnerability does not require user interaction and can be exploited without authentication, increasing the risk of exploitation. The CVSS 4.0 score is 5.3, indicating a medium severity level, with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is limited but present, as indicated by the low impact metrics in the CVSS vector. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no official patches have been published yet. The vulnerability disclosure is recent, with public information available since July 2025.

For European organizations using the PHPGurukul Zoo Management System version 2.1, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized database access or manipulation. Potential impacts include exposure of sensitive data related to zoo operations, ticketing information, and possibly personal data of visitors or staff if stored in the database. Data integrity could be compromised, leading to inaccurate ticketing records or financial discrepancies. While the availability impact is low, successful exploitation could disrupt normal ticketing operations, affecting customer service and revenue. European organizations in the zoological and wildlife management sectors, especially those relying on this specific software, may face reputational damage and regulatory scrutiny under GDPR if personal data is exposed. The medium severity rating suggests that while the threat is not critical, it should be addressed promptly to prevent escalation or chaining with other vulnerabilities.

Organizations should immediately review and restrict access to the /admin/add-normal-ticket.php endpoint, implementing strict input validation and sanitization for the 'cprice' parameter. Employing prepared statements or parameterized queries in the application code will effectively prevent SQL injection. Until an official patch is released, consider deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting SQL injection patterns on this endpoint. Conduct thorough code audits to identify similar injection points elsewhere in the application. Additionally, monitor database logs for suspicious queries and implement least privilege principles for database accounts used by the application. Regular backups of the database should be maintained to enable recovery in case of data tampering. Finally, organizations should stay updated with vendor communications for patches or updates addressing this vulnerability.