According to ME News, on May 17 (UTC+8), the open-source data visualization tool Grafana posted on X that it recently discovered an unauthorized attacker had obtained a token granting access to the Grafana Labs GitHub environment and used it to download code repositories. After investigation, it was confirmed that no customer data or personal information was compromised, and no customer systems or business operations were affected. Forensic analysis was immediately initiated, the source of the credential leak has been identified, and additional security measures have been implemented to strengthen environment protection. Additionally, Grafana disclosed that the attacker attempted to extort a ransom payment to prevent the code repositories from being made public; however, the company ultimately decided not to pay the ransom and will release further details of the incident after the investigation is complete. (Source: ChainCatcher)
Grafana Discloses GitHub Security Incident; Hacker Stole Code Repository and Demanded Ransom
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Grafana confirmed a security breach after a hacker accessed its GitHub environment and stole the code repository. The attacker used a leaked token to download the code and demanded a ransom to prevent its public release. Grafana refused to pay and has launched a forensic investigation. No customer data was compromised, and operations remain unaffected. The company has strengthened its security protocols and is working to identify the source of the breach. Further on-chain updates will be provided once the investigation is complete.
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