Apache Thrift v<0.25.0 TNonblockingServer Exception Resource Shutdown CVE
CVE-2026-90440 Published on October 2, 2026
Apache Thrift: An exception escaping a libevent callback stops the D library's non-blocking server, allowing an unauthenticated remote attacker to deny service
Uncaught exception, improper handling of exceptional conditions, improper resource shutdown vulnerability in Apache Thrift D thrift.server.nonblocking.TNonblockingServer.
This issue affects Apache Thrift: before 0.25.0.
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 0.25.0, which fixes the issue.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-90440 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality and integrity and availability.
Weakness Types
Uncaught Exception
An exception is thrown from a function, but it is not caught. When an exception is not caught, it may cause the program to crash or expose sensitive information.
Improper Handling of Exceptional Conditions
The software does not handle or incorrectly handles an exceptional condition.
Improper Resource Shutdown or Release
The program does not release or incorrectly releases a resource before it is made available for re-use. When a resource is created or allocated, the developer is responsible for properly releasing the resource as well as accounting for all potential paths of expiration or invalidation, such as a set period of time or revocation.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-90440
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Affected Versions
Apache Software Foundation Apache Thrift:- Before 0.25.0 is affected.