CVE-2025-14407
Memory Corruption in Soda PDF Desktop Allows Information Disclosure
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 |
|---|---|---|
| soda_pdf | soda_pdf_desktop | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-119 | The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it reads from or writes to a memory location outside the buffer's intended boundary. This may result in read or write operations on unexpected memory locations that could be linked to other variables, data structures, or internal program data. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a memory corruption issue in Soda PDF Desktop that occurs during the parsing of PDF files. It happens because the software does not properly validate user-supplied data, which can lead to memory corruption. Exploiting this requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file or visiting a malicious page. An attacker can use this flaw to disclose sensitive information and potentially execute arbitrary code by combining it with other vulnerabilities.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected Soda PDF Desktop installations. Additionally, if combined with other vulnerabilities, it could enable attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current process, potentially compromising the system. Exploitation requires user interaction.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information by exploiting a memory corruption flaw in Soda PDF Desktop. Such unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information could potentially lead to non-compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which require safeguarding personal and sensitive data against unauthorized access or disclosure. Therefore, affected installations may face compliance risks if this vulnerability is exploited.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, avoid opening PDF files from untrusted sources and do not visit malicious web pages that could exploit the vulnerability. Ensure that Soda PDF Desktop is updated with any security patches provided by the vendor once available. Additionally, consider restricting user privileges and applying network security controls to limit exposure.