CVE-2025-7013 is a medium-severity vulnerability classified under CWE-639 (Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key) affecting the QR Menu Pro Smart Menu Systems Menu Panel. The flaw stems from the system's failure to properly validate or restrict user-controlled keys used as trusted identifiers, which attackers can manipulate to bypass authorization mechanisms. This bypass allows unauthorized users with low privileges and requiring user interaction to access sensitive information or functionality that should be restricted. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 29012026, with no patches currently released and no known exploits in the wild. The CVSS 3.1 vector (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N) indicates that the attack can be performed remotely over the network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges, and user interaction, impacting confidentiality significantly but not integrity or availability. The vendor was contacted but did not respond, leaving organizations reliant on mitigation strategies until a patch is available. This vulnerability is particularly concerning for environments where QR Menu Pro is used to manage sensitive customer or operational data, as unauthorized access could lead to data leakage or privacy violations.

For European organizations, especially those in the hospitality and food service sectors where QR Menu Pro Smart Menu Systems are deployed, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized data access. Confidentiality breaches could expose customer information, business operational details, or proprietary menu data, potentially leading to reputational damage and regulatory non-compliance under GDPR. Since the vulnerability does not affect integrity or availability, operational disruption is less likely, but the unauthorized access itself can facilitate further attacks or data exfiltration. The requirement for low privileges and user interaction means insider threats or social engineering could be leveraged to exploit this vulnerability. The lack of vendor response and patches increases the window of exposure, necessitating proactive defense measures. Organizations handling large volumes of customer data or operating in competitive markets may face higher risks from exploitation attempts.

1. Implement strict access control policies limiting user privileges to the minimum necessary, reducing the chance of low-privilege users exploiting the vulnerability. 2. Monitor logs and network traffic for unusual access patterns or repeated authorization failures related to the Menu Panel. 3. Employ multi-factor authentication (MFA) where possible to reduce the risk of unauthorized access via compromised credentials. 4. Conduct regular security awareness training to minimize successful social engineering attacks that could facilitate exploitation. 5. Isolate the Menu Panel system within segmented network zones to limit exposure to external attackers. 6. Prepare incident response plans specifically addressing potential data breaches from this vulnerability. 7. Engage with the vendor or community for updates and patches, and plan for rapid deployment once available. 8. Consider deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAF) or similar controls to detect and block suspicious requests targeting authorization mechanisms. 9. Review and harden configuration settings related to trusted identifiers and key management within the Menu Panel if accessible.