CVE-2026-105179: SourceCodester Drug Recommendation System Password add_user.php missing encryption

Published Oct 5, 2026
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Updated

A weakness has been identified in SourceCodester Drug Recommendation System 1.0. This affects an unknown function of the file Admin/adduser.php of the component Password Handler. Executing a manipulation of the argument Password can lead to missing encryption of sensitive data. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SourceCodester Drug Recommendation System=1.0

Event History

Oct 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:45 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:45 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

The vulnerability requires high privileges. The affected functionality is Admin/add_user.php, so an attacker would need access sufficient to use the administrative password-handling function.

2

Can this be exploited remotely?

Yes. The issue can be triggered remotely by manipulating the Password argument handled by the affected component.

3

What is the likely impact if exploitation succeeds?

The reported impact is disclosure of sensitive data because password data may be stored or handled without encryption. No integrity or availability impact is indicated.

4

Is public exploit information available?

Yes. A public exploit has been made available and could be used in attacks.

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