Summary
A critical SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2025-2683) has been discovered in PHPGurukul’s Bank Locker Management System version 1.0, rated 9.8 (CRITICAL) on the CVSS scale. The flaw allows attackers to manipulate database queries through the mobilenumber parameter in the /profile.php file, potentially compromising sensitive financial data.
- Vulnerability Type: SQL Injection (CWE-89)
- Attack Vector: Remote (network exploitable)
- Impact: Full database compromise possible
- Affected Component:
/profile.phpfile - Current Status: No patch available as of reporting
Technical Analysis
Vulnerability Details
The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands within the profile handling functionality. The mobilenumber parameter passed to /profile.php is vulnerable to injection attacks without proper sanitization.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| CVSS 4.0 Score | 6.9 (MEDIUM) |
| CVSS Vector | AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N |
| CWE IDs | CWE-89, CWE-74 |
Affected Systems
The vulnerability specifically impacts:
- PHPGurukul Bank Locker Management System version 1.0
- All deployments using the default
/profile.phpcomponent - Systems with the vulnerable parameter
mobilenumberexposed
Detection and Mitigation
Identification
Security teams can check for vulnerable systems by:
- Reviewing web application inventory for PHPGurukul Bank Locker Management System
- Checking version information in admin panels or via file metadata
- Monitoring for suspicious requests to
/profile.phpcontaining SQL syntax
Temporary Mitigations
Until an official patch is available, organizations should:
- Implement WAF rules to block SQL injection patterns targeting
/profile.php - Restrict network access to the management interface
- Monitor database logs for unusual query patterns
Conclusion
CVE-2025-2683 represents a serious threat to organizations using PHPGurukul’s Bank Locker Management System. The combination of critical severity, remote exploitability, and public disclosure creates a short window for defensive action. Security teams should treat this as a high-priority issue and implement defensive measures immediately.
