CVE-2025-64222 identifies a Missing Authorization vulnerability in the FantasticPlugins WooCommerce Recover Abandoned Cart plugin, versions up to and including 24.6.0. This plugin is widely used to recover abandoned shopping carts in WooCommerce-based e-commerce platforms. The vulnerability stems from incorrectly configured access control mechanisms, which fail to properly verify whether a user has the necessary permissions to perform certain actions within the plugin. This missing authorization can allow unauthorized users, potentially including unauthenticated attackers or low-privilege users, to access or manipulate abandoned cart recovery features. Such unauthorized access could lead to data exposure, manipulation of cart recovery processes, or disruption of business workflows. Although no public exploits have been reported to date, the flaw represents a significant risk due to the sensitive nature of e-commerce transaction data and the potential for fraud or business impact. The vulnerability was reserved in late October 2025 and published in December 2025, but no CVSS score or patch links are currently available, indicating that remediation may still be pending. The plugin’s role in managing customer cart data and recovery processes makes this vulnerability particularly critical for online retailers relying on WooCommerce. Attackers exploiting this flaw could interfere with sales recovery mechanisms or gain access to customer-related data, impacting confidentiality and integrity. The lack of proper authorization checks suggests that exploitation might not require authentication, increasing the attack surface. The scope includes all installations of the affected plugin versions, which are prevalent among WooCommerce users globally, including Europe.

For European organizations, especially e-commerce businesses using WooCommerce with the FantasticPlugins Recover Abandoned Cart plugin, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized access to abandoned cart data and recovery functions. This could lead to exposure of sensitive customer information, manipulation or deletion of cart data, and disruption of sales recovery processes, potentially causing financial losses and reputational damage. Given the importance of e-commerce in Europe and the reliance on WooCommerce as a popular platform, the impact could be widespread. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability might also use it as a foothold for further attacks within the network, compromising broader systems. The absence of authentication requirements for exploitation increases the risk, making it easier for attackers to leverage this flaw remotely. Additionally, regulatory frameworks such as GDPR impose strict requirements on data protection; unauthorized access to customer data could result in compliance violations and penalties. The disruption of abandoned cart recovery could also affect customer experience and revenue streams, critical for competitive online retail markets in Europe.

Organizations should immediately inventory their WooCommerce installations to identify if the FantasticPlugins Recover Abandoned Cart plugin is in use and determine the version deployed. Until an official patch is released, restrict access to the plugin’s administrative and API endpoints by implementing strict access controls, such as IP whitelisting and role-based permissions limiting usage to trusted administrators only. Conduct thorough audits of user roles and permissions within WordPress and WooCommerce to ensure no excessive privileges are granted. Monitor logs for unusual access patterns or attempts to interact with the plugin’s functions by unauthorized users. Consider temporarily disabling the plugin if it is not critical to business operations or if risk tolerance is low. Stay informed through vendor advisories and security mailing lists for the release of patches or updates. Once a patch is available, apply it promptly in all environments. Additionally, implement web application firewalls (WAF) with custom rules to detect and block suspicious requests targeting the plugin. Educate staff about the risks and encourage vigilance in monitoring e-commerce platform security.