CVE-2025-7185 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the code-projects Library System, specifically within the /approve.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'ID' parameter, which is directly 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 authentication or user interaction, making it exploitable over the network without any prior access. The CVSS 4.0 score is 6.9, categorized as medium severity, reflecting the ease of exploitation (network accessible, no privileges required) but with limited impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (each rated low). No known exploits are currently observed in the wild, and no patches have been publicly released yet. The vulnerability disclosure is recent (published July 8, 2025), and the affected product is a niche library management system, which may limit the scope of affected organizations. However, SQL Injection remains a critical class of vulnerabilities due to its potential to expose sensitive data or enable further compromise if chained with other vulnerabilities.

For European organizations using the code-projects Library System 1.0, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized data access or manipulation within the library management database. This could lead to exposure of patron information, borrowing records, or internal administrative data, potentially violating data protection regulations such as GDPR. The ability to execute arbitrary SQL commands could also allow attackers to escalate privileges or disrupt service availability by corrupting database contents. Although the current CVSS score is medium, the impact could escalate if attackers combine this vulnerability with other weaknesses. European libraries and educational institutions relying on this system may face reputational damage, legal consequences, and operational disruptions if exploited.

Immediate mitigation should focus on input validation and sanitization of the 'ID' parameter in /approve.php to prevent SQL injection. Developers should implement parameterized queries or prepared statements to safely handle user inputs. Since no official patch is available, organizations should consider deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with SQL injection detection rules to block malicious requests targeting this endpoint. Additionally, monitoring and logging access to /approve.php can help detect exploitation attempts. Organizations should also audit their deployment of the code-projects Library System to identify affected versions and plan for an upgrade or patch once released. Restricting network access to the application to trusted IPs and enforcing least privilege principles on database accounts can further reduce risk.