CVE-2022-2812
CWE-89Published: August 15, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester Guest Management System. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file index.php. The manipulation of the argument username/pass leads to sql injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-206398 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
Risk Analysis
The Guest Management System is vulnerable to SQL injection via the username and password fields in index.php. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries, posing a severe risk to data confidentiality and integrity.
While the exploit has been disclosed publicly, it is not currently in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Apply patches provided by the vendor or implement input sanitization for all authentication parameters.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-2812 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-2022-2812 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts