Vulnerability Description
Glances is an open-source system cross-platform monitoring tool. Prior to 4.5.1, the /api/4/config REST API endpoint returns the entire parsed Glances configuration file (glances.conf) via self.config.as_dict() with no filtering of sensitive values. The configuration file contains credentials for all configured backend services including database passwords, API tokens, JWT signing keys, and SSL key passwords. This vulnerability is fixed in 4.5.1.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nicolargo | Glances | < 4.5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/nicolargo/glances/commit/306a7136154ba5c1531489c99f8306d84eaePatch
- https://github.com/nicolargo/glances/releases/tag/v4.5.1Product
- https://github.com/nicolargo/glances/security/advisories/GHSA-gh4x-f7cq-wwx6ExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-30928?
CVE-2026-30928 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Glances is an open-source system cross-platform monitoring tool. Prior to 4.5.1, the /api/4/config REST API endpoint returns the entire parsed Glances configuration file (glances.conf) via self.config...
How severe is CVE-2026-30928?
CVE-2026-30928 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-30928?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nicolargo Glances.