CVE-2025-14402
Remote Code Execution in PDFsam Enhanced DOC File Processing
Publication date: 2025-12-23
Last updated on: 2025-12-23
Assigner: Zero Day Initiative
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| pdfsam | enhanced | 3.0 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-356 | The product's user interface does not warn the user before undertaking an unsafe action on behalf of that user. This makes it easier for attackers to trick users into inflicting damage to their system. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability in PDFsam Enhanced involves insufficient user interface warnings when processing DOC files. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems if a user opens a malicious file or visits a malicious page. The flaw permits dangerous scripts to run without proper warning, enabling code execution in the context of the current user.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to remote code execution on your system, potentially allowing attackers to run malicious code with the privileges of the current user. This can result in data compromise, system manipulation, or further exploitation depending on the attacker's goals.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, avoid opening DOC files from untrusted or unknown sources and do not visit suspicious or malicious web pages. Ensure that PDFsam Enhanced is updated to a version where this vulnerability is patched once available. Additionally, consider restricting user permissions to limit code execution impact.