MEDIUM
CVE-2021-36438
Published: April 27, 2026· Updated: Apr 28, 2026
6.5
CVSS v3.1
EPSS:0.01%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:1.2th
Official Description
SQL Injection vulnerability exists in Sourcecodester Online Job Portal phppdo 1.0 ivia the category parameter in /jobportal/index.php.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-36438 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
Mentioned vendors (from description):
PHP
CPE data not yet available in NVD for this CVE.
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2021-36438
CVSS Score6.5 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
CISA KEVNo
EPSS (30d)0.01%
PublishedApr 27, 2026
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-36438 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.