{"description":"Trending threats, MITRE ATT\u0026CK coverage, and detection metadata — refreshed continuously.","feed_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/products/grafana/","home_page_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/","items":[{"_cs_actors":[],"_cs_cves":[],"_cs_exploited":false,"_cs_products":["Grafana"],"_cs_severities":["medium"],"_cs_tags":["grafana","xss","information-disclosure","cloud"],"_cs_type":"advisory","_cs_vendors":["Grafana"],"content_html":"\u003cp\u003eGrafana is susceptible to multiple vulnerabilities that could allow unauthorized access and data compromise. A remote, anonymous attacker can exploit these weaknesses to perform Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks or disclose sensitive information. This poses a risk to the confidentiality and integrity of Grafana instances and the data they manage. Defenders need to implement detection and mitigation measures to prevent potential exploitation. The specific Grafana versions affected are not specified in the advisory.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"attack-chain\"\u003eAttack Chain\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the specific attack chain is not detailed in the source, a generic attack chain is provided based on common web application vulnerabilities:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker identifies a vulnerable Grafana instance accessible over the internet.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker crafts a malicious HTTP request targeting a vulnerable endpoint in Grafana.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis request exploits a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability, injecting malicious JavaScript code.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternatively, the request exploits an information disclosure vulnerability to access sensitive data.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf XSS is successful, a user interacting with Grafana executes the injected JavaScript.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe malicious script can steal user credentials, session tokens, or other sensitive data.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker uses the stolen credentials to gain unauthorized access to Grafana.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker exfiltrates sensitive information or performs other malicious actions within the Grafana instance.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"impact\"\u003eImpact\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessful exploitation of these vulnerabilities can lead to the compromise of sensitive information, including user credentials, API keys, and internal system details. An attacker could leverage XSS to manipulate Grafana dashboards, inject malicious content, or redirect users to phishing sites. Information disclosure could expose sensitive configuration data or metrics, potentially leading to further attacks. The number of affected Grafana instances is currently unknown, but any publicly accessible instance is potentially at risk.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendation\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeploy the Sigma rule \u003ccode\u003eGrafana Suspicious URI Activity\u003c/code\u003e to detect potential exploitation attempts targeting Grafana instances via unusual URL patterns (log source: webserver).\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnable and review webserver logs for Grafana instances to identify suspicious activity, specifically cs-uri-query and cs-uri-stem (log source: webserver).\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement a web application firewall (WAF) to filter out malicious requests and protect against common web application attacks, including XSS (log source: firewall).\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgrade Grafana to the latest version as soon as security patches are available to address the identified vulnerabilities (affected_products: Grafana).\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","date_modified":"2026-05-04T09:54:33Z","date_published":"2026-05-04T09:54:33Z","id":"/briefs/2026-05-grafana-vulns/","summary":"Multiple vulnerabilities in Grafana allow a remote, anonymous attacker to conduct a Cross-Site Scripting attack or disclose information.","title":"Grafana Multiple Vulnerabilities Leading to XSS and Information Disclosure","url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/briefs/2026-05-grafana-vulns/"},{"_cs_actors":[],"_cs_cves":[],"_cs_exploited":false,"_cs_products":["Grafana"],"_cs_severities":["critical"],"_cs_tags":["grafana","code-execution","vulnerability"],"_cs_type":"advisory","_cs_vendors":["Grafana"],"content_html":"\u003cp\u003eA critical vulnerability exists within Grafana, allowing a remote, authenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution on the affected system. The vulnerability requires valid credentials, suggesting that successful exploitation necessitates prior compromise of user accounts or other authentication bypass methods. While the specific details of the vulnerability are not disclosed in the provided source, successful exploitation could grant the attacker complete control over the Grafana instance and the underlying server, posing a significant risk to data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Defenders should prioritize patching vulnerable Grafana instances and investigate any suspicious activity indicative of account compromise.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"attack-chain\"\u003eAttack Chain\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker gains valid credentials to a Grafana instance through credential harvesting, brute-force attacks, or by exploiting other vulnerabilities.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker authenticates to the Grafana web interface using the compromised credentials.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker crafts a malicious request to the Grafana server, exploiting a currently unknown vulnerability related to code execution.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe malicious request is processed by the Grafana server, leading to the execution of arbitrary code within the context of the Grafana application.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker leverages the initial code execution to escalate privileges on the system, potentially gaining root or administrator access.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker installs a persistent backdoor, such as a web shell or reverse shell, to maintain access to the compromised system.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker moves laterally within the network, targeting other systems and resources.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker exfiltrates sensitive data, such as user credentials, database dumps, and internal documents.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"impact\"\u003eImpact\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in complete compromise of the Grafana server and potentially the entire network. The attacker could gain access to sensitive data, disrupt services, and cause significant financial and reputational damage. Due to the lack of specific information on victimology, it is difficult to ascertain the scale of the potential impact. Organizations using Grafana should treat this vulnerability with high urgency.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendation\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgrade Grafana to the latest version to patch the vulnerability as soon as a patch is released by the vendor.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement strong password policies and multi-factor authentication to prevent credential compromise, mitigating the initial access vector.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor Grafana logs (webserver category) for suspicious activity, such as unusual API calls or authentication attempts, to detect potential exploitation attempts. Deploy the provided Sigma rule for this purpose.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview and restrict Grafana user permissions to minimize the impact of a compromised account.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement network segmentation to limit the potential for lateral movement in the event of a successful breach.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","date_modified":"2024-07-03T10:00:00Z","date_published":"2024-07-03T10:00:00Z","id":"/briefs/2024-07-grafana-code-execution/","summary":"An authenticated remote attacker can exploit a vulnerability in Grafana to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to system compromise and data exfiltration.","title":"Grafana Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution","url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/briefs/2024-07-grafana-code-execution/"},{"_cs_actors":[],"_cs_cves":[],"_cs_exploited":false,"_cs_products":["Grafana"],"_cs_severities":["high"],"_cs_tags":["privilege-escalation","web-application"],"_cs_type":"advisory","_cs_vendors":["Grafana"],"content_html":"\u003cp\u003eA vulnerability exists within Grafana that allows an authenticated attacker to escalate their privileges. The specific details of the vulnerability are not disclosed in this advisory, but successful exploitation would grant the attacker elevated access within the Grafana instance. Defenders should prioritize patching and monitoring Grafana instances for suspicious activity indicative of privilege escalation attempts. While the advisory does not provide specifics on attack vectors, the requirement for authentication suggests the attacker already possesses initial access or valid credentials.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"attack-chain\"\u003eAttack Chain\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker obtains valid credentials for a Grafana user account, potentially through credential stuffing, phishing, or other means.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker authenticates to the Grafana web interface using the compromised credentials.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker crafts a specific HTTP request to trigger the privilege escalation vulnerability, likely involving manipulation of API endpoints or configuration settings.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Grafana server processes the malicious request without proper authorization checks.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker\u0026rsquo;s user account is granted elevated privileges within Grafana, such as administrator or editor roles.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker leverages the elevated privileges to access sensitive data, modify dashboards, or create new user accounts.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker may further compromise the underlying server or network infrastructure by exploiting Grafana\u0026rsquo;s capabilities, depending on the deployment environment.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"impact\"\u003eImpact\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data displayed in Grafana dashboards, such as financial metrics, system performance data, or security alerts. Attackers could also modify dashboards to inject malicious content or mislead users. Furthermore, privilege escalation could enable attackers to pivot to other systems within the network if Grafana is integrated with other services or has access to sensitive credentials. The number of affected Grafana instances is currently unknown, but given its widespread usage, the potential impact is significant.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendation\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgrade Grafana to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. Refer to the vendor\u0026rsquo;s security advisories for specific patch information.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor Grafana logs for suspicious API requests, especially those targeting user management or role assignment endpoints. Deploy the Sigma rule \u003ccode\u003eGrafana Suspicious Role Assignment\u003c/code\u003e to identify potentially malicious role modifications.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement strong password policies and multi-factor authentication for all Grafana user accounts to mitigate the risk of credential compromise.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview Grafana\u0026rsquo;s access control configurations and ensure that users are granted only the necessary privileges.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","date_modified":"2024-04-30T09:38:56Z","date_published":"2024-04-30T09:38:56Z","id":"/briefs/2024-05-grafana-privesc/","summary":"A remote, authenticated attacker can exploit a vulnerability in Grafana to escalate privileges.","title":"Grafana Privilege Escalation Vulnerability","url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/briefs/2024-05-grafana-privesc/"}],"language":"en","title":"CraftedSignal Threat Feed — Grafana","version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1"}