CVE-2025-9238 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in the Swatadru Exam-Seating-Arrangement software, specifically within the /student.php file in the Student Login component. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'email' argument, allowing an attacker to manipulate SQL queries executed by the application. This flaw enables remote attackers to inject malicious SQL code without requiring authentication or user interaction, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or modification. The product uses a rolling release model, which complicates pinpointing affected versions beyond the provided commit hash (97335ccebf95468d92525f4255a2241d2b0b002f). The vendor has not responded to disclosure attempts, and no patches or updates have been made publicly available. The CVSS v4.0 score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the network attack vector, no required privileges or user interaction, and limited impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Although no known exploits are currently observed in the wild, the public disclosure of the vulnerability increases the risk of exploitation. The vulnerability could allow attackers to extract sensitive student data, alter seating arrangements, or disrupt examination processes by manipulating backend databases.

For European organizations, particularly educational institutions and examination boards using Swatadru Exam-Seating-Arrangement software, this vulnerability poses significant risks. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of personally identifiable information (PII) such as student emails and credentials, violating GDPR and other data protection regulations. Integrity of exam seating data could be compromised, potentially enabling fraud or disruption of examination logistics. Availability impacts are limited but could arise if attackers manipulate database queries to cause application errors or downtime. The lack of vendor response and patch availability increases exposure duration, raising the likelihood of targeted attacks. Institutions relying on this software for critical examination scheduling may face operational disruptions and reputational damage if exploited.

Given the absence of official patches, European organizations should implement immediate compensating controls. These include deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection patterns targeting the 'email' parameter in /student.php requests. Conduct thorough input validation and sanitization on all user-supplied data, especially email fields, using parameterized queries or prepared statements if source code access is available. Monitor application logs for suspicious query patterns or repeated failed login attempts. Restrict network access to the application backend where feasible, limiting exposure to trusted IP ranges. Engage in active threat hunting for indicators of compromise related to this vulnerability. Additionally, organizations should consider isolating or temporarily disabling the affected Student Login component until a vendor patch or update is released. Finally, maintain regular backups of critical data to enable recovery in case of data manipulation or loss.