CVE-2026-86290 Details
Description
A weakness has been identified in SourceCodester Online Voting System 1.0. This affects an unknown function of the file /voting/ajax.php?action=save_category. This manipulation of the argument Category causes sql injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks.
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=save_category', where the 'category' parameter is manipulated, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL queries. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, leading to unauthorized database access, data manipulation, and potential leakage of sensitive information.
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 system security.
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Volerion
Assessed Sep 7, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 8, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/W5M1n9/cve/issues/2 | [email protected] | ExploitIssue TrackingTechnical Description |
| https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-86290 | [email protected] | Permission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/submit/906187 | [email protected] | Permission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/399452 | [email protected] | Permission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/399452/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 8, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 7, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |