CVE-2025-14418: (0Day) pdfforge PDF Architect XLS File Insufficient UI Warning Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 23, 2025
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Updated

pdfforge PDF Architect XLS File Insufficient UI Warning 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 processing of XLS files. 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-27502.

Affected Software

2 affected components
pdfforge PDF Architect
pdfforge PDF Architect=9.1.74.23030

Event History

Dec 23, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:22 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:27 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·09:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-14418?

CVE-2025-14418 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14418?

To mitigate CVE-2025-14418, ensure you update to the latest version of pdfforge PDF Architect that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-14418?

CVE-2025-14418 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction to be exploited.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-14418?

Users of pdfforge PDF Architect are affected by CVE-2025-14418 if they have not installed the necessary security updates.

5

Can CVE-2025-14418 be exploited without user interaction?

No, CVE-2025-14418 requires user interaction for exploitation, making it dependent on the victim opening a manipulated file.

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