CVE-2026-11509: CodeAstro Leave Management System search_staff_for_updation.php sql injection
A vulnerability was identified in CodeAstro Leave Management System 1.0. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /admin/searchstaffforupdation.php. Such manipulation of the argument Name leads to sql injection. The attack may be performed from remote.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
CodeAstro Leave Management System /admin/search_staff_for_updation.phpfrom your environment.If the search_staff_for_updation.php endpoint is not required, remove or disable the file on the web server or remove the functionality from the application to eliminate the vulnerable code path.
- Configuration
Modify the server-side code in /admin/search_staff_for_updation.php so that the 'Name' parameter is validated (whitelist or strict validation) and never concatenated directly into SQL. Use parameterized/prepared statements or parameter binding for all database queries to eliminate SQL injection.
CodeAstro Leave Management System (/admin/search_staff_for_updation.php) input_handling for parameter 'Name' = use parameterized/prepared statements; validate and whitelist/escape input - Compensating control
Because the vulnerability can be exploited remotely, restrict access to the admin area and this script using network controls (firewall rules, IP allowlist), require VPN or HTTP authentication for admin pages, and/or deploy a web application firewall with SQL injection protections to block exploitation until the code is fixed.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-11509?
The severity of CVE-2026-11509 is rated as medium with a score of 6.3.
How do I fix CVE-2026-11509?
To fix CVE-2026-11509, ensure that all user inputs are properly sanitized and use prepared statements to prevent SQL injection.
What is the impact of CVE-2026-11509?
CVE-2026-11509 allows an attacker to perform SQL injection via the name argument in the /admin/search_staff_for_updation.php file.
In which system does CVE-2026-11509 exist?
CVE-2026-11509 exists in CodeAstro Leave Management System version 1.0.
Can CVE-2026-11509 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-11509 can be exploited remotely due to the nature of the SQL injection vulnerability.