CVE-2026-55968
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Inefficient Algorithm in Apache Thrift Node.js Bindings

Publication date: 2026-07-27

Last updated on: 2026-07-27

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
Inefficient Algorithmic Complexity, Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling vulnerability in Apache Thrift Node.js bindings. This issue affects Apache Thrift: before 0.24.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 0.24.0, which fixes the issue.

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Published
2026-07-27
Last Modified
2026-07-27
Generated
2026-07-27
AI Q&A
2026-07-27
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-55968
EUVD
EUVD-2026-49152

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Vendor Product Version / Range
apache thrift to 0.24.0 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-407 An algorithm in a product has an inefficient worst-case computational complexity that may be detrimental to system performance and can be triggered by an attacker, typically using crafted manipulations that ensure that the worst case is being reached.
CWE-770 The product allocates a reusable resource or group of resources on behalf of an actor without imposing any intended restrictions on the size or number of resources that can be allocated.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in Apache Thrift Node.js bindings involves inefficient algorithmic complexity and uncontrolled resource allocation. It leads to a quadratic-time denial-of-service condition in server receive transports, causing excessive resource consumption and system slowdowns.

Detection Guidance

Detection involves checking Apache Thrift Node.js bindings version and monitoring for DoS conditions. Verify installed version with 'npm list thrift' or 'thrift --version'. If version is below 0.24.0, the system is vulnerable. Monitor for high CPU usage or memory exhaustion during server operations.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can cause denial-of-service by consuming excessive server resources, leading to degraded performance or complete system unavailability. Attackers could exploit it to crash services or disrupt operations.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could potentially impact compliance with GDPR and HIPAA by enabling denial-of-service (DoS) conditions through inefficient algorithmic complexity and uncontrolled resource allocation. Such conditions may disrupt services handling sensitive data, violating availability requirements under these regulations.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade Apache Thrift Node.js bindings to version 0.24.0 or later to address the inefficient algorithmic complexity and resource allocation issues.

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