CVE-2025-9024 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.1 of the PHPGurukul Beauty Parlour Management System, specifically within the /book-appointment.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'Message' 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 the underlying database. This can lead to unauthorized data retrieval, modification, or deletion, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system's data. The vulnerability requires no authentication or user interaction, making it easier to exploit remotely. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no privileges or user interaction required. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is rated as low individually but combined can lead to significant data exposure or disruption. Although no public exploits are currently known in the wild, the vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of exploitation by threat actors. No official patches or fixes have been linked yet, which leaves systems running this version exposed to potential attacks.

For European organizations using the PHPGurukul Beauty Parlour Management System version 1.1, this vulnerability poses a tangible risk of data breaches involving customer appointment details, personal information, and potentially payment data if stored in the same database. Such breaches could lead to regulatory non-compliance under GDPR, resulting in financial penalties and reputational damage. The ability to execute SQL injection remotely without authentication increases the likelihood of exploitation, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or manipulation. Additionally, attackers could disrupt business operations by altering or deleting appointment records, impacting service delivery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the beauty and wellness sector, which may rely on this software, could be disproportionately affected due to limited cybersecurity resources. The exposure of sensitive customer data could also erode customer trust and lead to legal liabilities. Given the lack of patches, organizations face an urgent need to implement compensating controls to mitigate risk.

1. Immediate mitigation should include implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the 'Message' parameter in /book-appointment.php. 2. Conduct a thorough code review and apply input validation and parameterized queries (prepared statements) to sanitize all user inputs, especially the 'Message' parameter, to prevent injection. 3. If possible, upgrade to a newer, patched version of the PHPGurukul Beauty Parlour Management System once available. 4. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary to limit the impact of a successful injection. 5. Monitor logs for unusual database queries or errors that may indicate exploitation attempts. 6. Isolate the management system network segment to reduce exposure. 7. Educate staff about the risks and signs of exploitation to enable prompt detection. 8. Consider temporary disabling or restricting access to the vulnerable functionality until a patch is applied.