CVE-2025-6847 code-projects Simple Forum forum_edit.php sql injection

Medium 5.3 Published 29 Jun 2025 Updated 30 Jun 2025

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in forum_edit.php to read or modify database contents in Simple Forum.

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

What is CVE-2025-6847?

CVE-2025-6847 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in code-projects Simple Forum, published on 29 Jun 2025. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in code-projects Simple Forum 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /forum_edit.php. The manipulation of the argument iii leads to sql injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-89, CWE-74

Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-6847?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Fabian Simple Forum.

How do I fix CVE-2025-6847?

No fix has been published for CVE-2025-6847 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-2025-6847 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2025-6847 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-h59g-hqmr-24cv.