CVE-2026-14762 in Hotel and Tourism Reservation
Summary
by MITRE • 07/05/2026
A vulnerability was detected in code-projects Hotel and Tourism Reservation 1.0. The impacted element is an unknown function of the file /admin/rooms.php of the component Room Management Page. The manipulation of the argument delete results in sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/05/2026
The vulnerability identified in code-projects Hotel and Tourism Reservation 1.0 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the administrative room management interface. This weakness exists in the /admin/rooms.php file where an unknown function processes user input without proper sanitization or validation. The specific attack vector involves manipulation of the delete argument which allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands into the database query execution chain. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers can leverage this flaw from external networks without requiring physical access to the system infrastructure.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and improper parameter handling within the php application layer. When the delete argument is processed by the vulnerable function, it directly incorporates user-supplied data into sql query construction without appropriate escaping or prepared statement usage. This primitive approach to database interaction creates an environment where malicious sql payloads can be executed with the privileges of the web application's database user account. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection weaknesses in software applications, and represents a classic example of unsafe query construction that violates fundamental secure coding principles.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or modification. An attacker who successfully exploits this flaw can potentially gain full control over the database contents including guest information, reservation records, pricing configurations, and administrative credentials. The public availability of exploit code significantly increases the risk profile as automated scanning tools can readily identify vulnerable instances across the internet. This exposure creates opportunities for data breaches affecting customer privacy, financial loss through fraudulent reservations, and potential regulatory violations under data protection frameworks such as gdpr or pci dss standards. The attack surface becomes particularly dangerous when considering that hotel reservation systems typically contain sensitive personal information including credit card details and contact information.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate patching of the vulnerable application version to address the input validation deficiencies in the room management component. Implementing proper parameterized queries or prepared statements would eliminate the sql injection vulnerability by separating sql command structure from data values. Network-level defenses including web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities throughout the application codebase. The remediation process must also include implementing proper access controls and privilege separation to limit potential damage even if other vulnerabilities are discovered. Organizations should consider adopting secure coding standards such as those outlined in owasp top ten or iso 27001 requirements for preventing sql injection attacks in web applications.