CVE-2025-14410 is a vulnerability classified under CWE-125 (Out-of-bounds Read) affecting Soda PDF Desktop version 14.0.506.23016. The vulnerability stems from improper validation of user-supplied data during the parsing of PDF files, which leads to reading memory beyond the intended buffer boundaries. This out-of-bounds read can cause disclosure of sensitive information from the application's memory space. Exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a maliciously crafted PDF file or visiting a malicious webpage that triggers the vulnerable PDF parsing functionality. Although the direct impact is information disclosure, the vulnerability can be leveraged in combination with other security flaws to achieve arbitrary code execution within the context of the current process. The CVSS 3.0 base score is 3.3, reflecting low severity due to the requirement for user interaction, local attack vector, and limited impact confined to confidentiality. No patches or known exploits are currently available, but the vulnerability has been publicly disclosed and assigned a CVE identifier. The vulnerability was reported by the Zero Day Initiative (ZDI) as ZDI-CAN-27142. Organizations using the affected Soda PDF Desktop version should be aware of this risk, especially in environments where sensitive documents are processed or where users may be targeted with malicious PDFs.

For European organizations, the primary impact of CVE-2025-14410 is the potential disclosure of sensitive information from memory when a user opens a malicious PDF file. This could lead to leakage of confidential data, including credentials, personal information, or proprietary content. While the vulnerability alone does not allow code execution, it can be combined with other vulnerabilities to escalate attacks, increasing risk. Sectors such as finance, legal, healthcare, and government, which frequently handle sensitive PDF documents, are particularly vulnerable. The requirement for user interaction reduces the likelihood of widespread automated exploitation, but targeted phishing or social engineering attacks could still succeed. The low CVSS score indicates limited immediate risk, but the potential for chaining exploits means organizations should not ignore this vulnerability. Failure to address it could result in data breaches or compromise of endpoint systems, impacting confidentiality and potentially leading to regulatory non-compliance under GDPR if personal data is exposed.

1. Monitor Soda PDF Desktop vendor communications for official patches addressing CVE-2025-14410 and apply updates promptly once available. 2. Until a patch is released, restrict usage of Soda PDF Desktop version 14.0.506.23016, especially on systems processing sensitive information. 3. Implement strict email and web filtering to block or quarantine suspicious PDF attachments and links. 4. Educate users about the risks of opening unsolicited or unexpected PDF files and encourage verification of file sources. 5. Employ endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to monitor for anomalous behavior related to PDF parsing or memory access violations. 6. Consider sandboxing or opening PDFs in isolated environments to limit potential impact. 7. Review and enforce least privilege principles to reduce the impact scope if exploitation occurs. 8. Conduct regular security awareness training focusing on phishing and social engineering tactics that could deliver malicious PDFs.