CVE-2025-69307 in Medinik Core Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 02/20/2026
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in TeconceTheme Medinik Core medinik-core allows Blind SQL Injection.This issue affects Medinik Core: from n/a through <= 1.3.6.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/22/2026
The CVE-2025-69307 vulnerability represents a critical SQL injection flaw in the TeconceTheme Medinik Core medinik-core plugin, specifically targeting versions up to and including 1.3.6. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category, which classifies SQL injection as a severe weakness in software applications that process untrusted data through database queries. The flaw enables attackers to manipulate database queries by injecting malicious SQL code, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. The vulnerability manifests as a blind SQL injection, meaning that the attacker cannot directly see the results of their injected commands but can infer information through indirect means such as response timing or conditional responses.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when the medinik-core plugin fails to properly sanitize or escape user input before incorporating it into SQL queries. This improper neutralization of special elements allows malicious actors to inject SQL commands that can manipulate the database behavior without direct output visibility. Attackers can leverage this weakness to extract sensitive information from the database, modify existing records, or even execute administrative commands on the underlying database system. The blind nature of the injection means that the attacker must rely on indirect methods to determine if their injected commands are successful, often requiring multiple attempts and careful observation of system responses.
The operational impact of CVE-2025-69307 extends beyond simple data theft, potentially allowing full system compromise and persistent access to affected environments. Organizations using vulnerable versions of the medinik-core plugin face significant risks including unauthorized access to customer data, financial records, or other sensitive information stored in the database. The vulnerability can be exploited through various attack vectors including web application interfaces, API endpoints, or any user input fields that interact with the database. This weakness creates a persistent threat that can be exploited by attackers with minimal technical expertise, as SQL injection attacks are well-documented and commonly used in cyberattacks. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation and T1566 for credential access through social engineering, as attackers can leverage this weakness to gain deeper access to systems.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-69307 should prioritize immediate remediation through updating to the latest available version of the medinik-core plugin, which should contain patches addressing the SQL injection vulnerability. Organizations must implement proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent similar issues in the future, ensuring that all user inputs are properly sanitized before database interaction. The implementation of web application firewalls and database activity monitoring can provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts. Security teams should also conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify other potential SQL injection vulnerabilities within their applications and ensure that all database interactions follow secure coding practices. Regular security updates and patch management processes are essential to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities, as this weakness represents a common target for automated scanning tools and manual exploitation attempts.