https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q3/269: CVE-2026-55970: Apache Thrift: C++ heap out-of-bounds ad in THeaderTransport::adHeaderFormat()

Published Jul 24, 2026
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Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Thrift<0.24.0

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-55970?

CVE-2026-55970 is categorized as a buffer over-read vulnerability in Apache Thrift C++ bindings.

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How do I fix CVE-2026-55970?

To fix CVE-2026-55970, upgrade Apache Thrift to version 0.24.0 or later.

3

Which versions of Apache Thrift are affected by CVE-2026-55970?

Apache Thrift versions before 0.24.0 are affected by CVE-2026-55970.

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What is the impact of CVE-2026-55970 on applications?

CVE-2026-55970 can lead to heap out-of-bounds access, potentially allowing an attacker to exploit the application.

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Who is credited with discovering CVE-2026-55970?

CVE-2026-55970 was discovered by Ghaith Abdulreda.

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