Loop with unreachable exit condition ('infinite loop') vulnerability in Apache Thrift c_glib bindings. (CVE-2026-85476)
Description
An infinite loop vulnerability exists in the Apache Thrift c_glib bindings, caused by a loop with an unreachable exit condition. This affects versions prior to 0.25.0. The issue is resolved in version 0.25.0, which users are advised to upgrade to.
CVSS v4.0
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.
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-85476 describes a vulnerability in Apache Thrift's c_glib bindings where a loop has an unreachable exit condition, resulting in an infinite loop. This flaw affects Apache Thrift versions before 0.25.0. The vulnerability could cause denial of service due to the infinite loop. The vendor has fixed this issue in version 0.25.0.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability can cause an infinite loop in affected software versions, potentially leading to denial of service conditions. There is no indication of privilege escalation, data confidentiality, or integrity impact. No known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Thrift to version 0.25.0 or later, where this infinite loop vulnerability is fixed. No other mitigation steps are indicated.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- UBUNTU-CVE-2026-85476
- 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
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad3f5572cdf04f65665e947
Added to database: 10/17/2026, 22:23:19 UTC
Last enriched: 10/17/2026, 23:26:51 UTC
Last updated: 10/17/2026, 23:26:51 UTC
Views: 3
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