CVE-2024-34931 in Complete Web-Based School Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 05/23/2024
A SQL injection vulnerability in /model/update_subject.php in Campcodes Complete Web-Based School Management System 1.0 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the name parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/03/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-34931 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Campcodes Complete Web-Based School Management System version 1.0. This vulnerability specifically targets the /model/update_subject.php endpoint, where user input is improperly sanitized before being incorporated into database queries. The affected parameter is the name field, which serves as the primary attack vector for malicious SQL command execution. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation and improper parameter handling within the application's database interaction layer, creating an exploitable condition that allows unauthorized users to manipulate backend database operations.
This SQL injection vulnerability operates under the Common Weakness Enumeration CWE-89 category, which classifies it as a direct SQL injection attack where attacker-controlled data flows directly into SQL command construction without proper sanitization or parameterization. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it affects a core system component responsible for managing educational subject data within a school management framework. The vulnerability enables attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to complete database compromise, data exfiltration, and unauthorized modification of educational records. The flaw demonstrates poor application security practices in input handling and database query construction, typical of applications lacking proper prepared statement implementation or input sanitization mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass potential system compromise and unauthorized administrative access. An attacker exploiting this flaw could gain access to sensitive educational data including student records, academic performance metrics, and institutional information. The vulnerability's exploitation could result in data integrity compromise, unauthorized user account creation, and potential lateral movement within the school network infrastructure. Given that this is a web-based school management system, the attack could potentially provide access to personal information of students and staff members, creating compliance violations under data protection regulations such as GDPR or FERPA. The vulnerability also enables privilege escalation attacks that could allow malicious actors to assume administrative roles within the system.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-34931 should prioritize immediate implementation of parameterized queries and prepared statements to eliminate direct SQL injection risks. The application code must be updated to validate and sanitize all user inputs before processing, implementing proper input filtering and escaping mechanisms. Security patches should be applied to the Campcodes system immediately, with administrators conducting thorough code reviews to identify similar vulnerabilities across other endpoints. Network-level protections including web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems should be configured to monitor for SQL injection attack patterns targeting the specific endpoint. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be implemented to verify the effectiveness of mitigations and identify additional vulnerabilities. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application, emphasizing the need for comprehensive application security hardening and continuous monitoring of exposed attack surfaces. System administrators should also implement least privilege access controls and regularly audit database access logs to detect suspicious activities that may indicate exploitation attempts.