CVE-2026-5672 code-projects Simple IT Discussion Forum Parameter edit-category.php sql injection
Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in the edit-category.php parameter to read or modify database contents in Simple IT Discussion Forum.
- 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-2026-5672?
CVE-2026-5672 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in code-projects Simple IT Discussion Forum, published on 6 Apr 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability has been found in code-projects Simple IT Discussion Forum 1.0. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /edit-category.php of the component Parameter Handler. The manipulation of the argument cat_id leads to sql injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-5672?
How do I fix CVE-2026-5672?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-5672 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-2026-5672 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-5672 exists.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-m836-265j-f8v6.