CVE-2025-14420: (0Day) pdfforge PDF Architect CBZ File Parsing Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 23, 2025
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Updated

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.

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-2025-14420?

CVE-2025-14420 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14420?

To mitigate CVE-2025-14420, users should update to the latest version of pdfforge PDF Architect that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2025-14420?

CVE-2025-14420 can be exploited through specially crafted CBZ files that trigger directory traversal conditions.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-14420?

Yes, user interaction is required as the attack is initiated when the victim opens a malicious CBZ file.

5

Which versions of pdfforge PDF Architect are affected by CVE-2025-14420?

CVE-2025-14420 affects multiple versions of pdfforge PDF Architect prior to the security fix provided in the latest release.

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