CVE-2025-0199 in Point of Sales and Inventory Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 01/04/2025
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in code-projects Point of Sales and Inventory Management System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /user/minus_cart.php. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/26/2025
This critical vulnerability exists within the code-projects Point of Sales and Inventory Management System version 1.0, specifically within the /user/minus_cart.php file where an insecure database query function is implemented. The flaw represents a classic sql injection vulnerability that occurs when user-supplied input is directly incorporated into sql query construction without proper sanitization or parameterization. The vulnerability is triggered through manipulation of the id argument which flows directly into database operations, allowing attackers to inject malicious sql code that can manipulate the underlying database structure.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability follows the common patterns described in CWE-89 sql injection where user-controllable data enters a sql query without adequate validation or escaping mechanisms. The attack vector is particularly concerning as it enables remote exploitation, meaning that an attacker can leverage this vulnerability from outside the local network without requiring physical access or prior authentication. The disclosure of the exploit to the public community significantly increases the risk profile as malicious actors can immediately implement the attack without requiring additional reconnaissance or development effort. This remote attack capability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploitation of remote services and T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete database compromise including potential data exfiltration, data modification, and unauthorized access to sensitive business information. The Point of Sales and Inventory Management system likely contains customer data, transaction records, product inventories, and potentially financial information making this a high-value target for cybercriminals. The exploitation could result in significant financial loss, regulatory compliance violations, and reputational damage to organizations using this software. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the system's cart management feature, potentially allowing attackers to manipulate inventory levels, alter transaction records, or gain unauthorized access to administrative functions.
Mitigation strategies should include immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. Organizations should apply the latest security patches from the vendor if available, or implement proper input sanitization measures to prevent malicious sql code from executing. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional defense-in-depth layers. The principle of least privilege should be enforced to limit the database access rights of the application, reducing potential damage from successful exploitation. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the system, with particular attention to all database query operations that handle user-supplied input. Organizations should also implement monitoring and logging of database activities to detect anomalous behavior that might indicate exploitation attempts.