Improper Validation of Certificate with Host Mismatch vulnerability in Apache Thrift c_glib bindings. (CVE-2026-48144)
Description
Apache Thrift c_glib bindings contain an improper validation of certificates when there is a host mismatch. This vulnerability affects versions before 0.24.0. The issue allows an attacker to bypass proper certificate validation, potentially leading to man-in-the-middle attacks. Users are advised to upgrade to version 0.24.0, which addresses this vulnerability.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.1critical
Affected software
pkg:deb/ubuntu/thrift?arch=source&distro=focalpkg:deb/ubuntu/thrift?arch=source&distro=jammypkg:deb/ubuntu/thrift?arch=source&distro=noblepkg:deb/ubuntu/thrift?arch=source&distro=stonkingpkg:deb/ubuntu/thrift?arch=source&distro=resoluteRun on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability in Apache Thrift c_glib bindings involves improper validation of certificates when the certificate's host does not match the expected host. This flaw affects all versions prior to 0.24.0. The improper validation can allow an attacker to present a certificate with a mismatched host and have it accepted, undermining the security guarantees of TLS connections. The issue is fixed in version 0.24.0.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to an attacker intercepting or manipulating communications by presenting a certificate with a host mismatch that is improperly validated. This compromises confidentiality and integrity of data transmitted over affected connections. The CVSS score of 9.1 indicates a high impact on confidentiality and integrity with no required privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Thrift to version 0.24.0 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. No other mitigations are indicated by the vendor advisory.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- UBUNTU-CVE-2026-48144
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.0
- Ecosystems
- ["Ubuntu:20.04:LTS","Ubuntu:22.04:LTS","Ubuntu:24.04:LTS","Ubuntu:26.10","Ubuntu:26.04:LTS"]
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad3f62b2cdf04f6566646ce
Added to database: 10/17/2026, 22:26:51 UTC
Last enriched: 10/18/2026, 01:07:08 UTC
Last updated: 10/18/2026, 01:07:08 UTC
Views: 3
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