CVE-2024-1831
CWE-89Published: February 23, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in SourceCodester Complete File Management System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file users/index.php of the component Login Form. The manipulation of the argument username with the input torada%27+or+%271%27+%3D+%271%27+--+- 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-254622 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
Risk Analysis
The SourceCodester Complete File Management System contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the login form. This flaw allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to manipulate database queries, leading to a full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The high CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the ease of exploitation and the severity of the potential impact.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Users should apply available patches or updates provided by the vendor. If no patch is available, implement strict input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-1831 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-2024-1831 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts