CVE-2025-67261 identifies a content-based blind SQL injection vulnerability in Abacre Retail Point of Sale (POS) version 14.0.0.396. The flaw resides in the Search function on the Orders page, where user-supplied input is improperly sanitized before being incorporated into SQL queries. This improper input validation enables an attacker to inject SQL code that does not directly reveal data but allows inference of database content through boolean responses or timing differences, characteristic of blind SQL injection. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable over the network without requiring authentication or user interaction, increasing its risk profile. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5 (medium), reflecting the vulnerability's ability to compromise confidentiality and integrity to a limited extent, but not availability. No patches or known exploits are currently reported, but the presence of this vulnerability in a widely used POS system could attract attackers aiming to extract sensitive order or customer data. The underlying weakness corresponds to CWE-89, a common and well-understood SQL injection category. Given the critical role of POS systems in retail environments, exploitation could lead to data leakage or manipulation of order records, undermining business operations and customer trust.

For European organizations, particularly retailers using Abacre Retail POS 14.0.0.396, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized data disclosure and potential data integrity violations. Attackers could extract sensitive order information, customer details, or manipulate order data, leading to financial loss, reputational damage, and regulatory non-compliance under GDPR. Although availability is not directly impacted, the breach of confidentiality and integrity could disrupt business processes and necessitate costly incident response and remediation efforts. The risk is heightened in environments where POS systems are directly accessible from less secure networks or the internet. European retailers with integrated supply chains and customer databases could face cascading effects if attackers leverage this vulnerability to pivot within their networks.

Organizations should immediately assess their exposure to Abacre Retail POS version 14.0.0.396 and restrict network access to the POS system, limiting it to trusted internal networks only. Deploying web application firewalls (WAFs) with SQL injection detection and prevention rules can help block exploitation attempts. Since no official patches are currently available, organizations should monitor vendor communications for updates and apply patches promptly once released. Additionally, input validation and sanitization controls should be reviewed and enhanced where possible. Conducting regular security assessments and penetration testing focused on POS systems can identify similar vulnerabilities. Logging and monitoring of POS system activity should be intensified to detect anomalous queries indicative of SQL injection attempts. Segmentation of POS networks from critical backend systems will reduce potential lateral movement in case of compromise.