CVE-2024-31507 in Online Graduate Tracer System
Summary
by MITRE • 04/09/2024
Sourcecodester Online Graduate Tracer System v1.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the "request" parameter in admin/fetch_gendercs.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/19/2025
The CVE-2024-31507 vulnerability affects the Sourcecodester Online Graduate Tracer System version 1.0, presenting a critical SQL injection flaw that compromises the system's database integrity. This vulnerability specifically manifests through the "request" parameter within the admin/fetch_gendercs.php endpoint, creating an exploitable pathway for malicious actors to manipulate database queries. The flaw arises from insufficient input validation and sanitization practices within the application's backend processing logic, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL commands that bypass normal authentication and authorization mechanisms.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the application's failure to properly escape or parameterize user-supplied input before incorporating it into database queries. When the "request" parameter is processed by fetch_gendercs.php, the system directly appends user input to SQL statements without adequate sanitization measures. This primitive approach to input handling creates a direct injection vector where attackers can manipulate the intended query execution flow. According to CWE-89, this vulnerability maps directly to improper neutralization of special elements used in SQL commands, a fundamental weakness in database interaction security. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it targets administrative functions, potentially providing threat actors with elevated privileges and access to sensitive graduate tracer data.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it enables comprehensive database manipulation capabilities including unauthorized data retrieval, modification, and deletion operations. Attackers could exploit this flaw to extract confidential information about graduates, their employment status, and other sensitive personal details stored within the system. The vulnerability also permits privilege escalation attacks where malicious actors might gain administrative access to the tracer system, potentially compromising the entire database infrastructure. This represents a significant risk to institutional data security and privacy compliance, particularly when handling sensitive educational and employment information. The attack vector aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation, where adversaries exploit web application vulnerabilities to achieve their objectives.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-31507 require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized query execution throughout the application. Organizations should deploy prepared statement frameworks that separate SQL command structure from data values, effectively neutralizing injection attacks. Input sanitization measures must be strengthened through comprehensive validation of all user-supplied parameters, including the implementation of allowlists for acceptable input formats. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities across the application's codebase. The system administrators should also implement proper access controls and monitoring mechanisms to detect unauthorized database access attempts. Additionally, upgrading to a patched version of the Online Graduate Tracer System is essential, as this vulnerability represents a known flaw that has likely been addressed in subsequent releases. Network segmentation and database firewalls should be deployed to limit potential damage from successful exploitation attempts, while comprehensive logging of database activities enables forensic analysis and incident response capabilities.