CVE-2026-55970
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Buffer Over-read in Apache Thrift C++ Bindings

Publication date: 2026-07-27

Last updated on: 2026-07-27

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
Buffer Over-read vulnerability in Apache Thrift C++ 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-2026-55970
EUVD
EUVD-2026-49154

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

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CWE ID Description
CWE-126 The product reads from a buffer using buffer access mechanisms such as indexes or pointers that reference memory locations after the targeted buffer.

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Executive Summary

This is a buffer over-read vulnerability in Apache Thrift's C++ bindings. It allows an attacker to read memory outside the intended buffer bounds, potentially exposing sensitive data. The issue affects Apache Thrift versions before 0.24.0.

Detection Guidance

Detection involves checking the Apache Thrift version in use. Commands like 'thrift --version' or inspecting package managers (e.g., 'dpkg -l | grep thrift' for Debian/Ubuntu) can verify if the installed version is below 0.24.0.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access unauthorized memory, leading to data leaks or crashes. Systems using vulnerable Thrift versions may face instability or information disclosure. Upgrading to version 0.24.0 or later mitigates this risk.

Compliance Impact

The provided CVE data does not specify direct impacts on compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or other standards. The vulnerability is a buffer over-read in Apache Thrift C++ bindings, which could potentially expose sensitive data if exploited. However, no explicit compliance implications are mentioned in the given context.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade Apache Thrift to version 0.24.0 or later to address the buffer over-read vulnerability.

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