CVE-2025-10085
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files to SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software 1.0 via the manage_website.php file. This can lead to remote code execution or website defacement. Organizations using this specific software version are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software
📦 What is this software?
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Remote code execution leading to complete system compromise, data theft, or ransomware deployment.
Likely Case
Website defacement, malware hosting, or limited file system access through uploaded web shells.
If Mitigated
Uploaded malicious files are isolated and cannot execute code due to proper file validation and permissions.
🎯 Exploit Status
Public exploit code is available, making this easily exploitable by attackers with basic skills.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: UNKNOWN
Vendor Advisory: https://www.sourcecodester.com/
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
Check vendor website for updates. If no patch exists, consider alternative software or implement workarounds.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Restrict file upload functionality
allDisable or restrict access to manage_website.php file upload feature
# Add .htaccess restriction: Deny from all
# Or rename manage_website.php to disable it
Implement file validation
allAdd server-side file type validation and size restrictions
# Example PHP validation: check file extension, MIME type, and size
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Remove or restrict network access to the vulnerable application
- Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to block file upload attempts
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check if manage_website.php exists and allows file uploads without proper validationCheck Version:
Check software version in admin panel or configuration filesVerify Fix Applied:
Test if file uploads are properly restricted and validated📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual file uploads to manage_website.php
- Large or suspicious files in upload directories
Network Indicators:
- POST requests to manage_website.php with file uploads
- Unusual outbound connections from web server
SIEM Query:
source="web_logs" AND uri="/manage_website.php" AND method="POST" AND size>1000000