CVE-2026-48144 Apache Software Foundation CVE debrief

Who should care

Users of Apache Thrift c_glib bindings before version 0.24.0 should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to upgrade to the fixed version. This includes operators, platform administrators, vulnerability management teams, and security teams who need to assess the impact of this vulnerability on their systems and plan for mitigation.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is caused by improper validation of certificates with host mismatch in Apache Thrift c_glib bindings. This issue can be exploited by attackers to compromise the security of affected systems. Apache Thrift versions before 0.24.0 are affected. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.1 and is classified as CRITICAL. Users of Apache Thrift c_glib bindings before version 0.24.0 should review their systems for potential exposure and upgrade to version 0.24.0 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. It is crucial for operators, platform administrators, vulnerability management teams, and security teams to assess the impact of this vulnerability on their systems and plan for mitigation. Evidence is limited to CVE and NVD details, and users are advised to consult official advisories for further information.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

• Upgrade Apache Thrift to version 0.24.0 or later
• Review and update affected systems
• Monitor for potential exploitation attempts
• Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up
• Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
• Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
• Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-07-27T12:16:44.700Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently 9.1 CRITICAL. This Improper Validation of Certificate with Host Mismatch vulnerability in Apache Thrift c_glib bindings affects Apache Thrift before 0.24.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 0.24.0, which fixes the issue. Evidence is limited to CVE and NVD details.

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