CVE-2026-86161 Details
Description
A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Online Voting System 1.0. The impacted element is an unknown function of the file /ajax.php?action=delete_category. Performing a manipulation of the argument ID results in sql injection. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. The exploit has been made public and could be used.
A SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in SourceCodester Online Voting System version 1.0. The issue arises in the file '/voting/ajax.php?action=delete_category', where the 'id' parameter is not properly validated, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL queries. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, leading to unauthorized database access, data manipulation, and potential disruption of services.
To address this vulnerability, it is recommended to use prepared statements and parameter binding to prevent SQL injection. Additionally, input validation and filtering should be implemented to ensure user input conforms to expected formats. Minimizing database user permissions and conducting regular security audits can also help enhance overall security.
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Volerion
Assessed Sep 6, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 11, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/lwcc223/CVE/issues/3 | [email protected] | ExploitIssue TrackingTechnical Description |
| https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-86161 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/submit/895416 | [email protected] | Issue TrackingPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/399286 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/399286/cti | [email protected] | Content Wall |
| https://www.sourcecodester.com/ | [email protected] | Vendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-74 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection') | [email protected] |
| CWE-89 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| SourceCodester Online Voting System Project | V1.0 |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 6, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |