CVE-2025-14412 Details
Description
Soda PDF Desktop XLS File 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 handling 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-27495.
A remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in Soda PDF Desktop. This issue arises from insufficient user interface warnings when handling XLS files, allowing the execution of harmful scripts without proper notification. As a result, remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on the affected system, using the privileges of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious XLS file.
Users are advised to limit interactions with Soda PDF Desktop, especially when dealing with XLS files, to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Dec 24, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-1085/ | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-356 | Product UI does not Warn User of Unsafe Actions | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| sodapdf soda pdf | 14.0.509.23030 |
CPE
Remediation
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Dec 23, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |