Recent Drupal Security Fixes: Addressing Critical Risks You Need to Know
Drupal developers have issued critical security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in the popular content management system (CMS). These flaws could allow attackers to execute malicious code within victims’ web browsers or compromise site functionality. Heise Online has published a blog post listing out the important Drupal security updates released over the past few weeks.
A critical issue involves reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, particularly affecting Drupal 7 installations with the overlay module enabled. This flaw stems from improper input validation, enabling attackers to inject harmful code into a victim's browser. While no CVE has been assigned, the developers classify the risk as "critical," urging immediate updates to Drupal version 7.102 to mitigate the issue.
Other vulnerabilities, rated as "moderately critical," include risks of PHP code injection, which could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code. In some cases, attackers may bypass authentication or impersonate other users. These issues impact various versions, including Drupal 7, 8, 10, and 11.
Admins are strongly advised to apply the latest patches to safeguard their websites. Details on affected versions and fixes are outlined in official Drupal advisories, with priority given to critical vulnerabilities like SA-CORE-2024-005. Timely updates are essential to prevent potential exploitation.
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