CVE-2026-11506: CodeAstro Leave Management System search_staff_for_deletion.php sql injection
A vulnerability has been found in CodeAstro Leave Management System 1.0. This impacts an unknown function of the file /admin/searchstafffordeletion.php. The manipulation of the argument Name leads to sql injection. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
CodeAstro Leave Management System /admin/search_staff_for_deletion.phpfrom your environment.Temporarily remove or disable the vulnerable file /admin/search_staff_for_deletion.php (or disable the related 'search staff for deletion' functionality) until the code is patched to prevent SQL injection.
- Configuration
Ensure the 'Name' input is validated and sanitized and modify the code to use parameterized queries/prepared statements (or equivalent safe DB APIs) for any SQL that uses the Name parameter to eliminate SQL injection.
CodeAstro Leave Management System (search_staff_for_deletion.php) Name parameter input handling = validate and sanitize input; use parameterized queries / prepared statements - Compensating control
Restrict access to the /admin/ area to trusted IP ranges or a VPN and/or deploy WAF rules to block SQL injection attempts (specifically filter or block malicious payloads targeting the 'Name' parameter) until the application is fixed.
- Operational
Because the exploit has been publicly disclosed, review logs for signs of exploitation, identify and investigate any compromised accounts or unauthorized changes, rotate affected credentials (admin and service accounts), and restore affected components from known-good backups if compromise is confirmed.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-11506?
The severity of CVE-2026-11506 is medium with a score of 6.3.
What is CVE-2026-11506 about?
CVE-2026-11506 is a SQL injection vulnerability found in the search_staff_for_deletion.php file of CodeAstro Leave Management System.
How do I fix CVE-2026-11506?
To fix CVE-2026-11506, validate and sanitize user inputs to prevent SQL injection attacks.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2026-11506?
The potential impact of CVE-2026-11506 includes unauthorized access to sensitive data through SQL injection.
Can CVE-2026-11506 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-11506 allows for remote exploitation of the SQL injection vulnerability.