CVE-2025-14421: (0Day) pdfforge PDF Architect PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Dec 23, 2025
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Updated

pdfforge PDF Architect PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 PDF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-27915.

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-2025-14421?

CVE-2025-14421 is classified as having a medium severity due to the potential for information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14421?

To fix CVE-2025-14421, ensure that you update pdfforge PDF Architect to the latest version where this vulnerability is addressed.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-14421?

CVE-2025-14421 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-14421?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2025-14421, as it involves opening a specially crafted PDF file.

5

What can attackers gain from exploiting CVE-2025-14421?

Attackers can gain access to sensitive information from affected installations of pdfforge PDF Architect by exploiting CVE-2025-14421.

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