Overview
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-32650 is a high-risk SQL Injection vulnerability that exists in Ability Inc’s Accessibility Suite, developed by Online ADA. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL commands which can potentially lead to system compromise or data leakage. Given that Ability Inc’s Accessibility Suite is widely used, this vulnerability can have a considerable impact on a vast number of users. Understanding this vulnerability, its impact, and the necessary mitigation measures are instrumental in maintaining the security and integrity of your systems.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-32650
Severity: High (8.5 CVSS Score)
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Impact: Potential system compromise and data leakage
Affected Products
No phone number, email, or personal info required.
Product | Affected Versions
Accessibility Suite by Online ADA | n/a – 4.18
How the Exploit Works
The SQL Injection vulnerability primarily occurs when an application does not properly neutralize special elements used in an SQL command. In the case of CVE-2025-32650, an attacker can inject malicious SQL commands into the system, exploiting the vulnerability in the software’s database interaction routines. The exploitation allows the attacker to manipulate the database, potentially giving them unauthorized access to sensitive data or even allowing them to execute commands that can compromise the system at large.
Conceptual Example Code
An example of how the vulnerability might be exploited is shown below. This is a malicious SQL command disguised as a regular user input.
POST /login HTTP/1.1
Host: target.example.com
Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded
username=admin' OR '1'='1&password=admin' OR '1'='1
In the above example, the attacker is using the OR operator in SQL to manipulate the login process. If the application is vulnerable, the SQL query will always return true, allowing the attacker to bypass authentication.
Countermeasures and Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users are advised to apply the vendor patch as soon as it becomes available. In the meantime, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can serve as a temporary mitigation measure, providing some level of protection until the patch is applied. These systems can detect and block malicious SQL commands, preventing the exploitation of the vulnerability.
Additionally, it’s advisable to adopt secure coding practices to prevent such vulnerabilities from occurring in the first place. This involves the use of parameterized queries or prepared statements, which can effectively neutralize the special elements used in an SQL command, preventing SQL injection.