CVE-2026-11559: CodeAstro Payroll System view_account.php sql injection
A vulnerability was detected in CodeAstro Payroll System 1.0. This affects an unknown function of the file /viewaccount.php. The manipulation of the argument ID results in sql injection. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit is now public and may be used.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
CodeAstro Payroll System view_account.phpfrom your environment.Disable or remove the view_account.php endpoint (or take the affected functionality offline) until a vendor patch or code fix is applied to eliminate the SQL injection.
- Configuration
Modify view_account.php to validate and sanitize the ID argument and convert the database access to use parameterized queries (prepared statements) rather than concatenating user input into SQL to prevent SQL injection.
CodeAstro Payroll System (view_account.php) ID parameter handling = validate and sanitize input; use parameterized queries / prepared statements - Compensating control
Restrict access to the application or the view_account.php endpoint to trusted IPs (network firewall, VPN) and/or place the application behind a web application firewall (WAF) configured to block SQL injection patterns to reduce exposure while a code fix is implemented.
- Operational
Monitor application and web server logs for exploitation attempts targeting view_account.php, investigate any suspicious activity, and if compromise is suspected rotate any credentials or keys that may have been exposed.
- Operational
Apply a vendor-supplied patch or upgrade to a fixed version as soon as an official fix for CodeAstro Payroll System 1.0 is released.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-11559?
The severity of CVE-2026-11559 is classified as low with a score of 2.1.
How do I fix CVE-2026-11559?
To fix CVE-2026-11559, it is recommended to sanitize and parameterize all SQL queries in the view_account.php file to prevent SQL injection.
What kind of attack can be performed using CVE-2026-11559?
An attacker can perform a remote SQL injection attack through the manipulation of the ID parameter in the view_account.php file.
Which software is affected by CVE-2026-11559?
CVE-2026-11559 affects the CodeAstro Payroll System version 1.0.
What is the nature of the vulnerability CVE-2026-11559?
The nature of CVE-2026-11559 is SQL Injection, allowing attackers to manipulate database queries.