CodeAstro Leave Management System SQLi (CVE-2026-8132)
The National Vulnerability Database has disclosed CVE-2026-8132, a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability affecting CodeAstro Leave Management System version 1.0. The flaw resides in the /login.php file, specifically within an unknown function that processes the txt_username argument. This vulnerability allows for remote exploitation, enabling an attacker to inject malicious SQL queries and potentially compromise the underlying database.
With a CVSSv3.1 score of 7.3 (High), this vulnerability is critical. The attack vector is network-based, requires no privileges or user interaction, and has low complexity, making it trivial for an attacker to execute. The National Vulnerability Database confirms that a public exploit is available, meaning this isn’t just theoretical — it’s actively weaponizable. Attackers can leverage this to gain unauthorized access, extract sensitive data, or manipulate database records.
For defenders, this is a clear and present danger if CodeAstro Leave Management System is in your environment. The ease of exploitation combined with public exploit availability means scanning and patching are urgent. Attackers will quickly automate scans for this specific login.php vulnerability. Prioritize this patch, or if patching isn’t immediately possible, remove the system from public-facing networks. This isn’t a complex RCE, but SQLi can be just as devastating for data integrity and confidentiality.
What This Means For You
- If your organization uses CodeAstro Leave Management System 1.0, you are directly exposed to CVE-2026-8132. Immediately identify all instances of this system, verify if they are publicly accessible, and apply patches or isolate them from the internet. Audit logs for suspicious activity on `/login.php` endpoints.
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SQL Injection in CodeAstro Leave Management login.php - CVE-2026-8132
title: SQL Injection in CodeAstro Leave Management login.php - CVE-2026-8132
id: scw-2026-05-08-ai-1
status: experimental
level: critical
description: |
Detects SQL injection attempts targeting the login.php page of the CodeAstro Leave Management System. Specifically looks for the 'txt_username' parameter being manipulated with common SQLi patterns like ' OR '1'='1', indicating exploitation of CVE-2026-8132.
author: SCW Feed Engine (AI-generated)
date: 2026-05-08
references:
- https://shimiscyberworld.com/posts/nvd-CVE-2026-8132/
tags:
- attack.initial_access
- attack.t1190
logsource:
category: webserver
detection:
selection:
cs-uri|contains:
- '/login.php'
cs-uri-query|contains:
- 'txt_username='
cs-uri-query|contains:
- ' OR '
cs-uri-query|contains:
- '1'='1'
condition: selection
falsepositives:
- Legitimate administrative activity
Source: Shimi's Cyber World · License & reuse
Indicators of Compromise
| ID | Type | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-8132 | SQLi | CodeAstro Leave Management System 1.0 |
| CVE-2026-8132 | SQLi | Vulnerable file: /login.php |
| CVE-2026-8132 | SQLi | Vulnerable parameter: txt_username |
Written by SCW Vulnerability Desk
Source & Attribution
| Source Platform | NVD |
| Channel | National Vulnerability Database |
| Published | May 08, 2026 at 07:16 UTC |
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