CVE-2025-46205: A heap-use-after free in the PdfTokenizer::ReadDictionary function of podofo v0.10.0 to v0.10.5 allows attacke

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HIGH 8.1UPGRADE

CVE-2025-46205 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting podofo. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

A heap-use-after free in the PdfTokenizer::ReadDictionary function of podofo v0.10.0 to v0.10.5 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) by supplying a crafted PDF file. NOTE: this is disputed by the Supplier because there is no available file to reproduce the issue.

Why this priority

High severity
Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.1 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	0.4% (top 66%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-416
Published	2025-10-01
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: podofo project

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2025-10-01 19:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 09:26 UTCUpdated Record last modified

podofo project podofo UPGRADE

Affected: >= 0.10.0 and <= 0.10.5

Fixed in: newer than 0.10.5

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 0.10.0

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy podofo || rpm -q podofo || podofo --version

2. UPGRADE to newer than 0.10.5 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade podofo

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade podofo

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 0.10.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison podofo sudo apt install podofo=<VERSION_BEFORE_0.10.0> sudo apt-mark hold podofo

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list podofo sudo dnf downgrade podofo-<VERSION_BEFORE_0.10.0> sudo dnf versionlock add podofo

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2025-46205?

podofo: upgrade to newer than 0.10.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2025-46205 being exploited?

CVE-2025-46205 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2025-46205 affect?

CVE-2025-46205 affects podofo. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). A heap-use-after free in the PdfTokenizer::ReadDictionary function of podofo v0.10.0 to v0.10.5 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) by supplying a crafted PDF file. NOTE: this is disputed by the Supplier because there is no

How urgent is CVE-2025-46205?

Priority 42/100. High severity; Public exploit reference

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CVE-2025-9394 MEDIUM 5.3 DOWNGRADE A flaw has been found in PoDoFo 1.1.0-dev

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