Drupal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability [CVE-2018-7600]
A vulnerability in multiple subsystems of Drupal could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on a targeted system.
The vulnerability is due to an unspecified condition that exists in multiple subsystems of the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted input to the affected application on a targeted system. An exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code, which could result in a complete compromise of the affected Drupal site.
Drupal.org has confirmed the vulnerability and released software updates.
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An attacker could achieve a successful exploit from multiple attack vectors on a targeted system. Systems running an affected version of Drupal with default and common module configurations are exploitable.
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Administrators are advised to apply the appropriate updates.
Administrators are advised to allow only trusted users to have network access.
Administrators are advised to monitor affected systems.
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Drupal.org has released a security advisory at the following link: sa-core-2018-002
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