CVE-2025-9679 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the itsourcecode Student Information System, specifically within an unspecified function in the /course_edit1.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper sanitization or validation of the 'ID' parameter, which allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL code remotely without requiring authentication or user interaction. This flaw enables an attacker to manipulate backend database queries, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, data modification, or even deletion. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting its network attack vector, low complexity, and no required privileges or user interaction. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is rated low individually but combined can be significant depending on the exploitation context. No patches or fixes have been publicly disclosed yet, and while no known exploits are reported in the wild, the public disclosure of the exploit code increases the risk of exploitation. The Student Information System is typically used by educational institutions to manage sensitive student data, making this vulnerability particularly critical in environments where personal and academic records are stored. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability could extract sensitive student information, alter academic records, or disrupt system availability, impacting institutional operations and privacy compliance.

For European organizations, especially educational institutions using the itsourcecode Student Information System version 1.0, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of student data. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of personal data protected under GDPR, resulting in legal and financial penalties. Integrity breaches could undermine academic record accuracy, affecting students' academic progression and institutional reputation. Availability impacts, while rated low, could disrupt administrative functions. The remote and unauthenticated nature of the attack vector increases the threat level, as attackers can exploit the vulnerability without insider access. Given the sensitivity of educational data and strict data protection regulations in Europe, this vulnerability could lead to compliance violations and loss of trust. Additionally, the public availability of exploit code may accelerate attempts to compromise vulnerable systems, increasing the urgency for mitigation.

1. Immediate deployment of input validation and parameterized queries (prepared statements) in the /course_edit1.php file to sanitize the 'ID' parameter and prevent SQL injection. 2. Conduct a comprehensive code review of the entire application to identify and remediate similar injection flaws. 3. Implement Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the vulnerable endpoint. 4. Restrict database user permissions to the minimum necessary to limit the impact of a successful injection attack. 5. Monitor application logs and database queries for suspicious activity indicative of exploitation attempts. 6. Engage with the vendor or development team to obtain or request an official patch or update addressing this vulnerability. 7. Educate IT staff and administrators on the risks and signs of SQL injection attacks to improve detection and response capabilities. 8. If possible, isolate or segment the Student Information System network to reduce exposure to external threats until a patch is applied.