CVE-2025-8986 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in SourceCodester COVID 19 Testing Management System version 1.0. The vulnerability resides in the /search-report-result.php file, specifically in the handling of the 'serachdata' parameter. An attacker can manipulate this parameter to inject malicious SQL code, allowing unauthorized access to the backend database. This flaw can be exploited remotely without requiring authentication or user interaction, as indicated by the CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N). The vulnerability impacts the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system's data, as attackers could extract sensitive patient information, modify records, or disrupt the service. The CVSS score of 6.9 categorizes this as a medium severity issue, reflecting the ease of exploitation combined with the potential impact on data confidentiality and integrity. No patches or fixes have been publicly disclosed yet, and while no known exploits are currently in the wild, the public disclosure of the vulnerability increases the risk of exploitation by threat actors. The vulnerability affects a critical healthcare management system used for COVID-19 testing data, which is sensitive and subject to strict privacy regulations.

For European organizations, the exploitation of this SQL Injection vulnerability could lead to significant data breaches involving sensitive health information, including COVID-19 test results and personal patient data. This could result in violations of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), leading to legal penalties and reputational damage. The integrity of testing data could be compromised, affecting public health responses and trust in healthcare providers. Availability disruptions could hinder timely access to testing results, impacting patient care and pandemic management efforts. Healthcare providers, laboratories, and public health agencies using this system or similar SourceCodester products in Europe would be at risk. The medium severity rating suggests a moderate but tangible risk that requires prompt attention to prevent exploitation.

European organizations should immediately audit their use of the SourceCodester COVID 19 Testing Management System version 1.0 and identify any instances of the vulnerable /search-report-result.php endpoint. Since no official patches are currently available, organizations should implement the following mitigations: 1) Apply input validation and sanitization on the 'serachdata' parameter to prevent SQL injection, using parameterized queries or prepared statements. 2) Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with SQL injection detection and blocking rules tailored to the vulnerable endpoint. 3) Restrict access to the vulnerable functionality by network segmentation or IP whitelisting where feasible. 4) Monitor logs for suspicious query patterns indicative of SQL injection attempts. 5) Plan for an upgrade or replacement of the affected system with a secure version once available. 6) Conduct security awareness training for developers and administrators on secure coding practices and vulnerability management. These steps will help mitigate risk until an official patch or update is released.