CVE-2026-28377: S3 SSE-C Encryption Key Exposed in Plaintext via Config Endpoint (CVE-2025-41118 Pattern)

Published Mar 26, 2026
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Updated

A vulnerability in Grafana Tempo exposes the S3 SSE-C encryption key in plaintext through the /status/config endpoint, potentially allowing unauthorized users to obtain the key used to encrypt trace data stored in S3.

Thanks to williamgoodfellow for reporting this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Grafana Tempo
Grafana Tempo<2.10.3

Event History

Mar 26, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:39 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-28377?

CVE-2026-28377 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to the exposure of sensitive encryption keys.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-28377?

To fix CVE-2026-28377, update your Grafana Tempo installation to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What causes CVE-2026-28377?

CVE-2026-28377 is caused by the S3 SSE-C encryption key being exposed in plaintext through the /status/config endpoint in Grafana Tempo.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-28377?

Any user of Grafana Tempo that accesses the /status/config endpoint may be affected by CVE-2026-28377 if the instance is not properly secured.

5

What should I do if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2026-28377?

If your system is vulnerable to CVE-2026-28377, you should immediately restrict access to the /status/config endpoint and apply the latest security patches.

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