CVE-2018-25208 in qdPM
Summary
by MITRE • 03/26/2026
qdPM 9.1 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to extract database information by injecting SQL code through filter_by parameters. Attackers can submit malicious POST requests to the timeReport endpoint with crafted filter_by[CommentCreatedFrom] and filter_by[CommentCreatedTo] parameters to execute arbitrary SQL queries and retrieve sensitive data.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/26/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-25208 affects qdPM version 9.1, a web-based project management application that suffers from a critical SQL injection flaw in its time reporting functionality. This vulnerability exists within the application's handling of filter parameters, specifically within the timeReport endpoint where user input is not properly sanitized before being incorporated into database queries. The flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit the system without requiring any valid credentials or session information, making it particularly dangerous as it can be leveraged by anyone with access to the application's network.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation and parameter handling within the filter_by parameters of the timeReport endpoint. When attackers submit malicious POST requests containing crafted values for filter_by[CommentCreatedFrom] and filter_by[CommentCreatedTo] parameters, the application fails to properly escape or sanitize these inputs before incorporating them into SQL queries. This lack of input sanitization creates an environment where attackers can inject malicious SQL code that executes within the database context, allowing for arbitrary query execution and data extraction. The vulnerability specifically targets the application's database layer, where the injected SQL commands are processed and executed with the privileges of the database user account used by the application.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to extract sensitive information including user credentials, project data, and system configurations. Since the vulnerability does not require authentication, attackers can exploit it remotely and systematically enumerate database contents, potentially discovering additional vulnerabilities within the application or database structure. The unauthenticated nature of the exploit means that organizations cannot rely on traditional authentication-based security controls to prevent exploitation, and the vulnerability affects all users regardless of their access level or role within the system. This makes the impact particularly severe for organizations that rely on qdPM for sensitive project management activities and data handling.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement mitigations including input validation and parameterized query usage to prevent SQL injection attacks. The recommended approach involves implementing proper input sanitization measures that validate and escape all user-supplied data before processing, particularly for parameters used in database queries. Additionally, organizations should consider implementing web application firewalls that can detect and block malicious SQL injection patterns, and should conduct thorough security assessments to identify other potential injection points within the application. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws, and represents a significant concern from an ATT&CK framework perspective under the T1190 technique for exploitation of remote services and T1071.3 for application layer protocol. The remediation process should include updating to the latest version of qdPM where the vulnerability has been patched, implementing proper database query parameterization, and establishing monitoring procedures to detect potential exploitation attempts.