CVE-2025-14420
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CVE-2025-14420 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. pdfforge PDF Architect CBZ File Parsing Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of pdfforge PDF Architect. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
pdfforge PDF Architect CBZ File Parsing Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of pdfforge PDF Architect. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of CBZ files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-27514.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pdfforge | Pdf Architect | 9.1.74.23030 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-1077/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Analyzed
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