Remote Code Execution in Soda PDF Desktop Launch Action

Publication date: 2025-12-23

Last updated on: 2025-12-23

Assigner: Zero Day Initiative

Description

Soda PDF Desktop Launch Insufficient UI Warning Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Soda PDF Desktop. 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 implementation of the Launch action. The issue results from allowing the execution of dangerous script without user warning. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-27494.

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Meta Information

Published

2025-12-23

Last Modified

2025-12-23

Generated

2026-07-06

AI Q&A

2025-12-24

EPSS Evaluated

2026-07-05

NVD

CVE-2025-14415

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
soda_pdf	soda_pdf_desktop	3.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in Soda PDF Desktop involves the Launch action, which allows execution of dangerous scripts without proper user warning. An attacker can exploit this by tricking a user into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file, leading to remote code execution in the context of the current user.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on your system with the privileges of the current user, potentially leading to data compromise, system manipulation, or further attacks.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, avoid opening files or visiting web pages from untrusted sources that could trigger the vulnerable Launch action in Soda PDF Desktop. Ensure that user interaction is cautious and consider applying any available patches or updates from the vendor once released.

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