CVE-2022-3671
CWE-89Published: October 26, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester eLearning System 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin/students/manage.php. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-212014 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
Risk Analysis
SourceCodester eLearning System 1.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection via the id argument in the manage.php file. This critical flaw has a 9.8 CVSS score and allows remote attackers to manipulate the database.
A public exploit has been disclosed for this vulnerability, though it is not currently in the KEV catalog. The flaw is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Apply security patches provided by the developer. Ensure all user-supplied input is properly sanitized and validated before being used in database queries.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-3671 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-2022-3671 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts