CVE-2026-28375: Grafana Testdata datasource can issue unbounded memory allocations

Published Mar 27, 2026
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Updated

A testdata data-source can be used to trigger out-of-memory crashes in Grafana.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Grafana Labs Grafana Testdata datasource
Grafana Grafana<8.1.0
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. Remove

    Remove Grafana Testdata datasource from your environment.

    Remove or uninstall the Testdata datasource from Grafana if it is not required to eliminate the vector that can cause out-of-memory crashes.

  2. Configuration

    Disable the Testdata datasource in Grafana if it is not required to prevent unbounded memory allocations that can trigger out-of-memory crashes.

    Grafana Testdata datasource enabled = false

Event History

Mar 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:26 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:26 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-2026-28375?

The severity of CVE-2026-28375 is considered critical due to the potential for unbounded memory allocations leading to out-of-memory crashes in Grafana.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-28375?

To fix CVE-2026-28375, update to the latest version of Grafana that includes the patch addressing this vulnerability.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-28375?

The potential impacts of CVE-2026-28375 include application downtime and denial of service due to out-of-memory conditions.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-28375?

CVE-2026-28375 affects users of the Grafana Testdata datasource where the unbounded memory allocation can be exploited.

5

When was CVE-2026-28375 reported?

CVE-2026-28375 was reported in 2026, but specific disclosure dates should be verified in official security advisories.

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