CVE-2024-6440
CWE-89Published: July 2, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Home Owners Collection Management System 1.0. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the file /classes/Master.php?f=delete_category. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-270168.
Risk Analysis
SourceCodester Home Owners Collection Management System 1.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection via the 'id' parameter in 'Master.php'. This allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries, posing a critical risk.
A proof-of-concept exploit has been disclosed to the public, but it is not in KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Implement input sanitization for the 'id' parameter or upgrade to a patched version of the software if available.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-6440 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-2024-6440 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts