CVE-2026-5179: SQL Injection in Simple Doctors Appointment System

The SQL Injection vulnerability in Simple Doctors Appointment System allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL code into the Username field of the login page. This can be exploited to bypass authentication, gaining access to the administrative panel. Successful exploitation could lead to the theft of sensitive patient data, modification of appointment schedules, or even complete control of the database. Given the public availability of a proof-of-concept, the risk of exploitation is significant, particularly for systems with weak security configurations or those not regularly patched. The potential blast radius extends to all data stored within the database, including patient records, appointment details, and administrative credentials.

1. Reserved2026-03-30
2. Published2026-03-31
3. EPSS updated2026-04-07

The primary mitigation for CVE-2026-5179 is to upgrade to a patched version of Simple Doctors Appointment System. Unfortunately, a fixed version is not specified in the provided data. As an immediate workaround, implement input validation and sanitization on the Username field to prevent SQL injection attempts. This can be achieved by using parameterized queries or escaping user-supplied input. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) configured with rules to detect and block SQL injection attempts can also provide an additional layer of defense. Monitor access logs for suspicious SQL queries targeting the /admin/login.php endpoint.