CVE-2025-9832 is a SQL Injection vulnerability identified in version 1.0 of the SourceCodester Food Ordering Management System, specifically within the /routers/register-router.php file. The vulnerability arises due to improper sanitization or validation of the 'phone' argument, which is used in SQL queries. An attacker can remotely exploit this flaw by manipulating the 'phone' parameter to inject malicious SQL code. This can lead to unauthorized access to the backend database, allowing attackers to read, modify, or delete sensitive data. Since the vulnerability requires no authentication (AV:N/PR:N) and no user interaction (UI:N), it can be exploited remotely and directly, increasing its risk profile. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium severity), reflecting the potential for partial impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with low complexity and no privileges required. Although no public exploits are currently known in the wild, the public disclosure of the vulnerability increases the likelihood of exploitation attempts. The vulnerability does not involve scope changes or security controls bypass, but the partial impact on data confidentiality and integrity could affect customer data and system reliability. The affected product is a food ordering management system, which typically handles customer orders, personal information, and possibly payment data, making the exploitation of this vulnerability a significant concern for data privacy and business continuity.

For European organizations using the SourceCodester Food Ordering Management System 1.0, this vulnerability poses a moderate risk. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to customer data, including personal and order information, potentially violating GDPR requirements for data protection and privacy. Data integrity could be compromised, leading to incorrect order processing or fraudulent transactions, damaging customer trust and operational reliability. Availability impacts might be limited but could occur if attackers manipulate or delete critical database records. The remote and unauthenticated nature of the vulnerability increases the risk of automated attacks, especially targeting online food ordering platforms that are critical for business operations. Given the sensitivity of customer data and the regulatory environment in Europe, exploitation could result in legal penalties, reputational damage, and financial losses. Organizations relying on this system should consider the threat seriously, especially those with high volumes of customer interactions or integrated payment processing.

Immediate mitigation should focus on applying vendor patches or updates once available. In the absence of official patches, organizations should implement input validation and sanitization on the 'phone' parameter at the application level to prevent SQL injection. Employing parameterized queries or prepared statements in the codebase is critical to eliminate injection vectors. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) can be configured to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting the vulnerable endpoint. Regular security testing, including automated scanning and manual code reviews, should be conducted to identify and remediate injection flaws. Additionally, monitoring database logs for unusual queries and implementing strict database user permissions can limit the impact of a successful exploit. Organizations should also review their incident response plans to quickly address any exploitation attempts. Finally, consider migrating to more secure or updated food ordering platforms if patching or mitigation is not feasible.