Code-Projects Online Event Judging System SQL Injection Vulnerability

A SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in Code-Projects Online Event Judging System version 1.0. The issue resides in the file '/ajax/action.php', where the 'content' parameter is manipulated, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL queries. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, and a public exploit is available.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows unauthorized access to the database, manipulation of data, and potential disruption of services.

Reproduction

The vulnerability can be reproduced by sending a POST request to '/ajax/action.php' with the 'content' parameter. The request can include a payload that exploits the SQL injection, such as one that uses a time-based blind injection technique.

Remediation

It is recommended to use prepared statements and parameter binding to prevent SQL injection, validate and filter user input, minimize database user permissions, and conduct regular security audits.