CVE-2019-25680 Overview
CVE-2019-25680 is an SQL Injection vulnerability affecting Advance Gift Shop Pro Script version 2.0.3. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the search parameter. Attackers can submit crafted SQL payloads in the s parameter of search requests to extract sensitive database information including version details and other data.
Critical Impact
Unauthenticated attackers can extract sensitive database information, potentially compromising user credentials, payment data, and other confidential records stored in the e-commerce application.
Affected Products
- Advance Gift Shop Pro Script version 2.0.3
- PHP Scripts Mall e-commerce products
Discovery Timeline
- 2026-04-05 - CVE CVE-2019-25680 published to NVD
- 2026-04-07 - Last updated in NVD database
Technical Details for CVE-2019-25680
Vulnerability Analysis
This SQL Injection vulnerability (CWE-89) exists in the search functionality of the Advance Gift Shop Pro Script e-commerce application. The application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input in the s parameter before incorporating it into SQL queries. This classic injection flaw allows attackers to manipulate database queries directly, bypassing application logic entirely.
The network-accessible nature of this vulnerability means any unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit it without requiring any user interaction. The attack complexity is low, making this an attractive target for automated scanning tools and opportunistic attackers seeking to compromise e-commerce databases.
Root Cause
The root cause of this vulnerability is improper input validation and the absence of parameterized queries in the search functionality. When user input from the s parameter is directly concatenated into SQL statements without proper sanitization or prepared statements, it creates an injection point that attackers can exploit to execute arbitrary SQL commands.
Attack Vector
The attack vector is network-based, targeting the search functionality of the web application. An attacker can craft malicious HTTP requests containing SQL injection payloads in the s parameter. These payloads can be designed to extract database schema information, enumerate table contents, retrieve user credentials, or modify database records.
Typical exploitation involves submitting search queries with SQL metacharacters and UNION-based or error-based injection techniques to exfiltrate data. The vulnerability can be exploited through simple GET or POST requests to the search endpoint, requiring no authentication or special privileges.
Technical details and proof-of-concept information can be found in the Exploit-DB #46457 entry and the VulnCheck Advisory on SQL Injection.
Detection Methods for CVE-2019-25680
Indicators of Compromise
- Unusual or malformed search queries containing SQL syntax characters such as single quotes, UNION statements, or comment sequences
- Database error messages appearing in application logs or HTTP responses
- Unexpected database query patterns or queries accessing system tables like information_schema
- Evidence of data exfiltration through time-based or error-based SQL injection techniques
Detection Strategies
- Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block common SQL injection patterns in search parameters
- Monitor application logs for search requests containing SQL keywords like UNION, SELECT, DROP, or comment markers (--, /*)
- Deploy intrusion detection systems with signatures for SQL injection attacks targeting PHP applications
- Review database query logs for anomalous queries or unauthorized access to sensitive tables
Monitoring Recommendations
- Enable detailed logging for all search functionality and database interactions
- Set up alerts for database errors or exceptions that may indicate injection attempts
- Monitor for unusual patterns of database queries, especially those targeting system tables
- Implement real-time monitoring of web traffic for suspicious parameter patterns
How to Mitigate CVE-2019-25680
Immediate Actions Required
- Disable or restrict access to the search functionality until a patch is applied
- Implement input validation to reject search queries containing SQL metacharacters
- Deploy a web application firewall with SQL injection protection rules
- Review database access logs to identify any potential exploitation attempts
Patch Information
There is no vendor-provided patch information currently available. Organizations using Advance Gift Shop Pro Script version 2.0.3 should contact PHP Scripts Mall for guidance on available updates or security fixes. Review the VulnCheck Advisory on SQL Injection for the latest remediation guidance.
Workarounds
- Implement parameterized queries or prepared statements in the search functionality to prevent SQL injection
- Apply strict input validation using allowlists for acceptable search characters
- Use a web application firewall to filter malicious requests before they reach the application
- Consider replacing the vulnerable search functionality with a secure alternative implementation
# Example WAF rule for blocking SQL injection patterns
# Add to ModSecurity configuration
SecRule ARGS:s "@rx (?i)(union\s+select|select\s+.*\s+from|insert\s+into|delete\s+from|drop\s+table)" \
"id:1001,phase:2,deny,status:403,msg:'SQL Injection attempt blocked in search parameter'"
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