CVE-2019-0210: Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in github.com/apache/thrift
Summary
CVE-2019-0210: Panic due to out-of-bounds read in github.com/apache/thrift. Affects github.com/apache/thrift versions >= 0.0.0-20151001171628-53dd39833a08, < 0.13.0. Fixed in 0.13.0. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- thrift · Debian:11
The same CVE-2019-0210 is tracked separately for each ecosystem and vendor. Its fix information is the same; the package and affected versions differ.
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Background
The github.com/apache/thrift package is a Go implementation of the Apache Thrift framework, which provides a scalable cross-language service development framework. It allows developers to define data types and service interfaces in a simple definition file and generates code to be used in various programming languages. The package includes functionality for parsing and processing Thrift messages.
Vulnerability Detail
The package is vulnerable to an out-of-bounds read due to an improper bounds check when parsing messages. This vulnerability can be exploited by sending maliciously crafted messages, leading to panics and potential denial of service attacks. If the package is used to parse untrusted input, it can be used as a vector for an attack.
How To Fix
Latest published version: v0.25.0 as of 23 Oct 2026
go get github.com/apache/thrift@v0.25.0Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
0.13.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
go get github.com/apache/thrift@v0.13.0Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the fixed version of the package as soon as possible.
Conclusion
The github.com/apache/thrift package is vulnerable to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when parsing messages. This can be exploited to cause panics and potential denial of service attacks. To mitigate the risk, it is recommended to update to version 0.13.0 or later of the package. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can lead to panics and potential denial of service attacks if the package is used to parse untrusted input.
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There are no known public exploits for this vulnerability at the moment.
Yes, a fix is available in version 0.13.0 of the github.com/apache/thrift package. It is recommended to update to this version or later.
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is strongly recommended to update to the fixed version of the package.
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