CVE-2025-62976 identifies a Missing Authorization vulnerability in the Joovii Sendle Shipping plugin, specifically in the 'official-sendle-shipping-method' component. This vulnerability arises because certain functionality is not properly constrained by Access Control Lists (ACLs), allowing unauthorized users to invoke functions that should require specific permissions. The affected versions include all releases up to and including 6.02. Missing authorization issues typically allow attackers to bypass security controls, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, manipulation of shipping configurations, or disruption of shipping processes. Although no exploits have been reported in the wild, the vulnerability's presence in a widely used shipping plugin for e-commerce platforms poses a significant risk. The lack of a CVSS score means severity must be inferred from the nature of the flaw: unauthorized access to functionality without authentication or proper checks can compromise confidentiality and integrity, and possibly availability if critical shipping functions are disrupted. The vulnerability was published on October 27, 2025, by Patchstack, with no patches or mitigations officially released at the time of publication, increasing the urgency for organizations to implement compensating controls.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to shipping management functions, potentially allowing attackers to alter shipping details, intercept or manipulate order fulfillment data, or disrupt logistics workflows. This can result in financial losses, reputational damage, and operational disruptions, especially for e-commerce businesses relying on Sendle Shipping for order processing. Confidential customer data related to shipments could be exposed or altered, undermining data protection compliance obligations such as GDPR. The integrity of shipping operations could be compromised, leading to incorrect deliveries or shipment delays. The absence of known exploits reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, as attackers may develop exploits once the vulnerability details are public. Organizations with high volumes of online sales and complex shipping requirements are particularly vulnerable to the operational impact of this flaw.

Since no official patch is currently available, European organizations should immediately audit their use of the Sendle Shipping plugin and restrict access to its administrative and shipping configuration interfaces to trusted personnel only. Implement network-level restrictions such as IP whitelisting or VPN access for administrative functions. Monitor logs for unusual access patterns or unauthorized attempts to invoke shipping-related functions. Consider disabling or uninstalling the Sendle Shipping plugin temporarily if feasible until a patch is released. Engage with the vendor Joovii for updates on patch availability and apply updates promptly once released. Additionally, implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block unauthorized requests targeting the vulnerable functionality. Conduct regular security assessments to ensure no unauthorized changes have been made to shipping configurations or data.