CVE-2026-11582
Description
SQL injection vulnerability in CodeAstro Student Attendance Management System 1.0 allows remote attackers to access and manipulate the database via the Username parameter.
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SQL injection vulnerability in CodeAstro Student Attendance Management System 1.0 allows remote attackers to access and manipulate the database via the Username parameter.
Vulnerability
A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the CodeAstro Student Attendance Management System version 1.0. The flaw is located in the /attendance-php/index.php file, specifically within the handling of the Username parameter. Insufficient validation allows for malicious SQL code injection.
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely by manipulating the Username argument. The attack involves sending a crafted POST request with a malicious payload in the username parameter, which is then directly incorporated into SQL queries without proper sanitization. An example payload demonstrates a time-based blind SQL injection technique [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to the database, potentially leading to sensitive data leakage, data tampering, or complete system control. This poses a significant threat to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system and its data [1].
Mitigation
No specific patched version or release date has been disclosed in the available references. Users are advised to consult the vendor for information on available security updates or apply workarounds if provided. The vendor's website is available at [2].
AI Insight generated on Jun 8, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1- Range: = 1.0
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
Root cause
"The application does not properly sanitize user input in the 'username' parameter, allowing for SQL injection."
Attack vector
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely by sending a crafted POST request to the `/attendance-php/index.php` file. The manipulation occurs within the 'username' parameter, where malicious SQL code can be injected. This allows the attacker to bypass normal validation and directly influence the SQL query executed by the server [ref_id=1]. The attack does not require any user interaction or prior authentication.
Affected code
The vulnerability resides in the `/attendance-php/index.php` file of the Student Attendance Management System version 1.0. Specifically, the 'username' parameter is directly incorporated into SQL queries without adequate sanitization or validation [ref_id=1].
What the fix does
The advisory suggests using prepared statements and parameter binding to prevent SQL injection. This approach separates SQL code from user-supplied data, ensuring that input is treated as literal values rather than executable SQL commands. Additionally, strict input validation and filtering are recommended to ensure data conforms to expected formats. Minimizing database user permissions and conducting regular security audits are also advised [ref_id=1].
Preconditions
- networkThe attacker can reach the vulnerable application over the network.
- inputThe attacker must be able to control the 'username' parameter in a POST request.
Reproduction
The reference write-up includes a payload example and mentions the use of the sqlmap tool for exploitation, indicating that reproduction steps are documented [ref_id=1].
Generated on Jun 8, 2026. Inputs: CWE entries + fix-commit diffs from this CVE's patches. Citations validated against bundle.
References
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