CVE-2025-6296 code-projects Hostel Management System empty_rooms.php sql injection

Medium 6.9 Published 20 Jun 2025 Updated 23 Jun 2025

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in the search box to read or modify database contents in the Hostel Management System.

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-2025-6296?

CVE-2025-6296 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in code-projects Hostel Management System, published on 20 Jun 2025. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in code-projects Hostel Management System 1.0. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /empty_rooms.php. The manipulation of the argument search_box leads to sql injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-89, CWE-74

Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-6296?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Fabian Hostel Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2025-6296?

No fix has been published for CVE-2025-6296 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-2025-6296 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2025-6296 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-rw65-hh87-m6g3.