CVE-2022-2687
CWE-89Published: August 6, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in SourceCodester Gym Management System. Affected is an unknown function. The manipulation of the argument user_pass leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-205734 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
Risk Analysis
A critical SQL injection vulnerability exists in the Gym Management System. An attacker can remotely manipulate the user_pass argument to compromise the database. The 9.8 CVSS score indicates this is a high-priority security issue.
No public exploit is known, and it is not in the KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Update the software to the latest version. Implement secure coding practices to prevent SQL injection in authentication fields.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-2687 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.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-2687 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts