Subject: Drupal Unsupported Version Detection (6.x)
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Date Issued:
- Original Date: 2023-09-29
- Last Modified Date: 2023-11-02
Criticality:
- Severity: Critical
- Description: The Drupal CMS running on the remote host is an unsupported version (6.x), meaning it no longer receives security patches or maintenance from the vendor, making it susceptible to security vulnerabilities.
Overview:
- Using an unsupported version of Drupal, such as 6.x, poses significant security risks. Without ongoing support and updates, the system is likely to contain unpatched vulnerabilities that can be exploited by attackers. This can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security issues.
Attack Mechanisms:
- Exploitation of Known Vulnerabilities:
- Attackers can exploit known vulnerabilities in the unsupported Drupal version to gain unauthorized access or execute arbitrary code.
- Denial of Service:
- Vulnerabilities may be exploited to crash the web application, resulting in a denial of service.
- Information Disclosure:
- Attacks may lead to the exposure of sensitive information stored or processed by the Drupal CMS.
Affected Systems:
- Any system running an unsupported version of Drupal 6.x.
Mitigation Solution:
- Upgrade: Upgrade to a currently supported version of Drupal. Refer to the Drupal Supported Versions page for the latest support status.
- Patch Management: Ensure all modules and core components are regularly updated with the latest security patches.
- Security Best Practices: Implement security best practices, including regular security audits, secure configurations, and disabling unnecessary features.
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