Projectworlds Online Time Table Generator SQL Injection Vulnerability

A critical SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in Projectworlds Online Time Table Generator version 1.0, specifically within the file '/admin/add_course.php'. This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious SQL queries through the 'c' parameter, exploiting inadequate input validation. The SQL injection can be leveraged to gain unauthorized access to the database, manipulate or delete data, and access sensitive information. Notably, this vulnerability can be exploited remotely without requiring any login or authorization.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for unauthorized database access, manipulation or deletion of data, leakage of sensitive information, and potential disruption of services.

Reproduction

The vulnerability can be reproduced by sending a POST request to '/admin/add_course.php' with a crafted 'c' parameter that includes malicious SQL payloads. This can be done using tools like sqlmap, which automates the process of finding and exploiting SQL injection vulnerabilities.

Remediation

To address this vulnerability, 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.