CVE-2025-69045 identifies an SQL Injection vulnerability in the FooEvents for WooCommerce plugin, specifically in versions up to and including 1.20.4. The vulnerability arises due to improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands, allowing an attacker to inject arbitrary SQL code. This flaw can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring user interaction, but it does require the attacker to have low-level privileges within the system (PR:L). The vulnerability impacts confidentiality severely (C:H), with no impact on integrity (I:N) and a low impact on availability (A:L). The scope is changed (S:C), indicating the vulnerability affects resources beyond the initially vulnerable component. The vulnerability could allow attackers to extract sensitive data from the backend database, such as customer information, order details, or payment data, which are critical for e-commerce operations. Although no public exploits are currently known, the high CVSS score (8.5) and the nature of SQL Injection vulnerabilities suggest a high risk of exploitation once proof-of-concept code becomes available. The vulnerability was reserved in late 2025 and published in early 2026, indicating recent discovery and disclosure. No patches or mitigation links are currently provided, emphasizing the need for immediate attention from affected users. The vulnerability affects a widely used e-commerce plugin, making it relevant to many online stores, especially those operating in Europe where WooCommerce has significant market penetration.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality of customer and transactional data, which is highly regulated under GDPR. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized data disclosure, resulting in legal penalties, reputational damage, and financial loss. The limited impact on availability means attackers are less likely to cause denial-of-service but could still disrupt operations by manipulating database queries. E-commerce businesses relying on FooEvents for WooCommerce are particularly vulnerable, as attackers could access sensitive order and payment information. This risk is amplified in countries with large e-commerce markets and strict data protection laws, where breaches can lead to substantial fines and loss of customer trust. Additionally, the vulnerability could be leveraged as a foothold for further attacks within the network, increasing overall organizational risk.

1. Monitor FooEvents and WooCommerce official channels for patches addressing CVE-2025-69045 and apply them immediately upon release. 2. Restrict access to the WooCommerce admin interface and FooEvents plugin functionalities to trusted users only, minimizing the risk of low-privilege exploitation. 3. Implement Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with SQL Injection detection and prevention capabilities to block malicious payloads targeting this vulnerability. 4. Conduct regular security audits and code reviews of customizations involving FooEvents to identify and remediate unsafe SQL practices. 5. Employ database user accounts with the least privileges necessary to limit the impact of any successful injection. 6. Enable detailed logging and monitoring of database queries and application logs to detect suspicious activities early. 7. Educate development and operations teams about secure coding practices and the risks of SQL Injection. 8. Consider temporary disabling or replacing the FooEvents plugin if immediate patching is not feasible, especially for high-risk environments.