CVE-2025-67971 is a reflected Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in the FluentCart plugin developed by WPManageNinja for WordPress-based e-commerce sites. The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of user-supplied input during the generation of web pages, which allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into URLs or parameters that are then reflected back in the web page without adequate sanitization. When a victim clicks on a crafted link containing the malicious payload, the injected script executes within their browser context. This can lead to theft of session cookies, redirection to malicious sites, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the user. The affected versions include all FluentCart releases prior to version 1.3.0. The vulnerability does not require authentication, increasing its risk profile, and does not depend on user interaction beyond clicking a malicious link. Although no public exploits have been reported yet, the nature of reflected XSS makes it a common vector for phishing and social engineering attacks. The lack of a CVSS score indicates that the vulnerability is newly published and awaiting further assessment. The vulnerability was reserved in December 2025 and published in February 2026. The absence of patch links suggests that a fix may be forthcoming or recently released but not yet widely documented. Given FluentCart's role in managing shopping cart functionality, exploitation could compromise customer data and transactional integrity.

The impact of CVE-2025-67971 on organizations worldwide can be significant, especially for those relying on FluentCart for e-commerce operations. Successful exploitation allows attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the browsers of site visitors or administrators, potentially leading to session hijacking, theft of sensitive customer information, unauthorized transactions, or defacement of web content. This undermines user trust and can result in financial losses, regulatory penalties, and reputational damage. Since the vulnerability is reflected XSS, it primarily affects confidentiality and integrity but does not directly impact availability. The ease of exploitation without authentication and the widespread use of WordPress and its plugins globally increase the attack surface. Organizations with high volumes of online transactions or sensitive customer data are at greater risk. Additionally, attackers may leverage this vulnerability as part of multi-stage attacks or to distribute malware. The lack of known exploits in the wild currently reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, as attackers often develop exploits rapidly after disclosure.

To mitigate CVE-2025-67971, organizations should promptly update FluentCart to version 1.3.0 or later once the patch is officially released by WPManageNinja. Until a patch is applied, administrators should implement strict input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data to prevent script injection. Employing a robust Content Security Policy (CSP) can help restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts and reduce the impact of XSS attacks. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block reflected XSS payloads can provide additional protection. Educating users and staff about the risks of clicking suspicious links and employing multi-factor authentication (MFA) can limit the damage from compromised sessions. Regular security audits and monitoring for unusual activities related to the shopping cart plugin are advisable. Finally, maintaining backups and incident response plans ensures preparedness in case of exploitation.