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Stock-Inventory-Management-System SQL Injection Authentication Bypass

CVE advisorySeverity: CRITICAL (CVSS 9.8)

CVE-2026-71207

The vulnerability resides in a login.php script of a web-based management application. Web applications and their authentication portals are commonly deployed as internet-facing services to allow remote access for inventory management.

SQL Injection

Halo Surface Signal: 4 out of 5 — likely to be public-facing.

External exposure likelihood

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

This advisory details a critical vulnerability within the Stock-Inventory-Management-System's login process, where an attacker could bypass authentication. The system is a web-based application used for inventory management, and the vulnerability could allow unauthorized access.

Login process allows unauthorized access.
Important for protecting inventory management systems.
Confirm system relevance and potential exposure.

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

An attacker can bypass the login process of the Stock-Inventory-Management-System by sending specially crafted username and password inputs to the `login.php` script. This script directly inserts user-provided data into a SQL query without proper sanitization, allowing for SQL injection. Alternatively, an attacker could use the default administrative credentials, `admin/neola`, to gain access. Successful bypass of authentication can lead to unauthorized access and control over the system.

Unauthenticated remote access required.
Login form or hardcoded credentials trigger.
Full authentication bypass and system access.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

This vulnerability in the Stock-Inventory-Management-System's login process could allow an unauthenticated attacker to bypass authentication. This is possible by submitting specially crafted credentials or by leveraging hardcoded administrative credentials.

Unauthorized access to system data.
Authentication bypass via SQL injection or hardcoded credentials.
Complete compromise of the management system.

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

This critical vulnerability in the Stock-Inventory-Management-System's login script allows unauthenticated remote attackers to bypass authentication via SQL injection or hardcoded credentials. The application owner, likely a business unit or IT team responsible for the inventory system, should prioritize identifying all instances of this application, confirming its accessibility and business criticality, and then coordinating a remediation plan based on the assessed risk.

Application owners should lead remediation efforts.
Verify application reachability and business impact.
Plan for controlled remediation based on risk.

Supplementary metadata

CVSS vector

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Stock-Inventory-Management-System?

This software is a web-based application designed to help businesses track and manage their inventory levels and stock data. It typically runs on a web server, using a database to store information, and provides a portal where users log in to perform management tasks.

What does CVE-2026-71207 mean for the login process?

This vulnerability is classified as Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command, or SQL Injection. The application takes input directly from the login form and combines it into a database query without cleaning it. This allows an attacker to manipulate the query to trick the system into granting access without valid credentials.

How can an attacker trigger this vulnerability?

An attacker can gain unauthorized access by submitting a specially crafted string into the username or password fields that alters the SQL command structure. The bug is triggered during the authentication check, but it is not dependent on specific user actions like clicking links or opening files; it relies solely on interacting with the vulnerable login form.

Is my instance of this software at risk?

According to Halo Surface Signal, this vulnerability is highly relevant if your application is internet-facing, as login portals for management tools are often exposed to allow remote access. Even if you do not use the default credentials, the SQL injection flaw alone provides a path for remote attackers to bypass security.

Do I need to take action to secure this system?

Yes. First, identify all instances of the application within your environment to understand which systems are reachable. Once located, assess their business criticality and coordinate with your technical team to develop a remediation plan to address the login flaws and remove any hardcoded administrative accounts.

References

github.com/mrswapnilsahu/Stock-Inventory-Management-System/blob/…

Written by Nicholas Merritt

Nicholas Merritt is VP of Security Solutions at Halo Security. With more than 25 years across application security, vulnerability prioritization, and offensive security, he helps teams translate threat data into practical exposure validation and remediation focus. He authors Halo Threat Intelligence CVE advisories using Halo Surface Signal and H/A/L/O context to prioritize internet-facing risk.