CVE-2025-40627

CVE-2025-40627 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Abantecart with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Description

Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in AbanteCart v1.4.0, that could allow an attacker to execute JavaScript code in a victim's browser by sending the victim a malicious URL. This vulnerability can be exploited to steal sensitive user data, such as session cookies, or to perform actions on behalf of the user, through "/eyes? [XSS_PAYLOAD]".

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-40627?
Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in AbanteCart v1.4.0, that could allow an attacker to execute JavaScript code in a victim's browser by sending the victim a malicious URL. This vulnerability can be exploited to steal sensitive user data, such as session cookies, or to perform actions on behalf of the user, through "/eyes? [XSS_PAYLOAD]".
How severe is CVE-2025-40627?
CVE-2025-40627 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2025-40627 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-40627?
CVE-2025-40627 affects Abantecart. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-40627?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2025-40627 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-40627 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-14315.
When was CVE-2025-40627 published?
CVE-2025-40627 was published on 2025-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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