CVE-2020-5510 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 8 Jan 2020 Updated 11 Nov 2025

Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in full-profile.php, potentially accessing or modifying database records.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2020-5510?

CVE-2020-5510 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Jan 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

PHPGurukul Hostel Management System v2.0 allows SQL injection via the id parameter in the full-profile.php file.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-5510?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phpgurukul Hostel Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2020-5510?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-5510 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.

Is CVE-2020-5510 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-5510 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7hrp-wc47-wvpj.