CVE-2026-94651
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Memory Leak in Apache Thrift Java Bindings

Publication date: 2026-10-02

Last updated on: 2026-10-02

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
improper handling of exceptional conditions, Missing release of resource after effective lifetime vulnerability in Apache Thrift java bindings. This issue affects Apache Thrift: before 0.25.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 0.25.0, which fixes the issue.

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Published
2026-10-02
Last Modified
2026-10-02
Generated
2026-10-02
AI Q&A
2026-10-02
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-94651
EUVD
EUVD-2026-91404

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Vendor Product Version / Range
apache thrift to 0.25.0 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-772 The product does not release a resource after its effective lifetime has ended, i.e., after the resource is no longer needed.
CWE-755 The product does not handle or incorrectly handles an exceptional condition.

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Executive Summary

This is an improper handling of exceptional conditions vulnerability in Apache Thrift's Java bindings. It involves missing release of a resource after its effective lifetime, which could lead to resource leaks or unexpected behavior.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is related to Apache Thrift java bindings before version 0.25.0. Detection involves checking the installed version of Apache Thrift. Use commands like 'thrift --version' or inspect the package manager (e.g., 'rpm -qa | grep thrift' or 'dpkg -l | grep thrift') to verify the version.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability may cause resource exhaustion or crashes in applications using affected Apache Thrift Java bindings versions before 0.25.0. This could disrupt services relying on Thrift for communication.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability involves improper handling of resources in Apache Thrift, which could lead to resource exhaustion or denial of service. This may impact compliance by disrupting availability of systems handling sensitive data, potentially violating requirements for continuous access in GDPR or HIPAA.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade Apache Thrift to version 0.25.0 or later to address the improper handling of exceptional conditions and resource release issue.

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