CVE-2025-8466 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the code-projects Online Farm System. The vulnerability exists in the /forgot_passfarmer.php script, specifically in the handling of the 'email' parameter. An attacker can remotely manipulate this parameter to inject malicious SQL code, potentially compromising the backend database. This injection flaw allows unauthorized access or modification of sensitive data stored within the database, such as user credentials or personal information. The vulnerability does not require any authentication or user interaction, making it exploitable by any remote attacker. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9, indicating a medium severity level, with an attack vector of network (remote), low attack complexity, and no privileges or user interaction needed. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is rated as low individually, but combined they pose a significant risk to the system's security. Although no public exploits are currently known to be in the wild, the vulnerability details have been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of exploitation by threat actors. No official patches or mitigation links have been provided yet, which emphasizes the need for immediate attention by system administrators and developers.

For European organizations using the Online Farm System 1.0, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data disclosure, data tampering, or denial of service if attackers exploit the SQL injection flaw. Given the agricultural sector's increasing reliance on digital management systems, a successful attack could disrupt farm operations, compromise sensitive business and personal data, and damage trust with customers and partners. The ability to remotely exploit this vulnerability without authentication increases the risk of widespread attacks. Additionally, if the compromised data includes personal information of European citizens, organizations may face regulatory consequences under GDPR for failing to protect personal data adequately. The medium severity rating suggests that while the vulnerability is serious, the impact might be limited by the specific implementation and data exposure in the affected system. However, the lack of available patches and the public disclosure of the vulnerability increase the urgency for European organizations to act promptly.

1. Immediate code review and sanitization: Developers should audit the /forgot_passfarmer.php script and implement parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL injection. 2. Input validation: Strictly validate and sanitize all user inputs, especially the 'email' parameter, to ensure only valid email formats are accepted. 3. Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy or update WAF rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the vulnerable endpoint. 4. Access controls: Restrict access to the password recovery functionality where possible, such as rate limiting requests or requiring CAPTCHA to reduce automated exploitation. 5. Monitoring and logging: Enable detailed logging of requests to the vulnerable endpoint and monitor for suspicious activities indicative of SQL injection attempts. 6. Patch management: Engage with the vendor or development team to obtain or develop a security patch promptly. 7. Incident response preparedness: Prepare to respond to potential data breaches or service disruptions resulting from exploitation. 8. Network segmentation: Isolate the Online Farm System database from other critical infrastructure to limit lateral movement in case of compromise.