CVE-2026-27879: Query resampling can cause unbounded memory allocations

Published Mar 27, 2026
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Updated

A resample query can be used to trigger out-of-memory crashes in Grafana.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Grafana Labs Grafana
Grafana Grafana<8.0.0
Grafana Grafana>=11.6.14<12.0.0
Grafana Grafana>=12.1.10<12.2.0
Grafana Grafana>=12.2.8<12.3.0
Grafana Grafana>=12.3.6<12.4.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Configuration

    Disable or avoid using query resampling in Grafana to prevent unbounded memory allocations that can trigger out-of-memory crashes.

    Grafana query resampling = disabled

Event History

Mar 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:28 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-27879?

CVE-2026-27879 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause unbounded memory allocations leading to crashes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-27879?

To mitigate CVE-2026-27879, upgrade Grafana to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2026-27879?

CVE-2026-27879 specifically affects Grafana Labs Grafana.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2026-27879 enable?

CVE-2026-27879 allows for attacks that can trigger out-of-memory crashes through malicious resample queries.

5

Can CVE-2026-27879 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2026-27879 can be exploited remotely when the vulnerable Grafana instance processes untrusted input.

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