CVE-2026-6006

Vulnerability

Analysis

The vulnerability resides in the file is /edit_hpatient.php, where the ID parameter is not properly sanitized before being used in a database query. This allows an attacker to inject arbitrary SQL commands through the ID argument. The root cause is a lack of input validation or parameterized queries in the application's database interaction layer [1].

Exploitation

The attack can be initiated remotely without requiring authentication, as the vulnerable endpoint is accessible to unauthenticated users. An attacker can send a crafted a malicious ID value that, when processed by the application, alters the intended SQL query structure. The exploit has been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of widespread scanning and automated attacks [1].

Impact

Successful exploitation allows an attacker to read, modify, or delete sensitive data stored in the database. This could include patient records, login credentials, and other personally identifiable information. In some configurations, SQL injection can also lead to remote code execution or privilege escalation within the database server [1].

Mitigation

As of the publication date, no official patch has been released by the vendor (code-projects). The software appears to be a legacy or educational project, and the vendor may not provide security updates. Users are advised to implement input validation, use parameterized queries, or migrate to a supported alternative. The vulnerability is not currently listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog at this time [2].