When cats are stressed (usually meaning they're either really sick or you've screwed up) they may poop anywhere. Also an issue with kittens who haven't learned it yet.

That's why it's only a little (🤏) problematic. :D

My cat is a long hair and sometimes gets a dingleberry stuck. Sometimes we catch it before it drops off somewhere in the house… sometimes it’s a surprise. Oh the joys of pet ownership.