Is CVE-2018-7602 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2018-7602 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2018-7602 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2018-7602 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2018-7602?

CVE-2018-7602 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2018-7602

Published: April 13, 2022

EPSS:94.38%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:100.0th

Official Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists within multiple subsystems of Drupal that can allow attackers to exploit multiple attack vectors on a Drupal site.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Drupal Core Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

A remote code execution vulnerability exists within multiple subsystems of Drupal that can allow attackers to exploit multiple attack vectors on a Drupal site.

Added to KEV: 2022-04-13Federal patch deadline: 2022-05-04⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

A remote code execution vulnerability exists across multiple subsystems within Drupal, enabling attackers to exploit various attack vectors. With an EPSS score of 0.94385, there is a very high likelihood of this vulnerability being exploited, making it a severe threat to Drupal installations.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog, confirming its use by adversaries. The description indicates multiple attack vectors, suggesting remote exploitability.

Recommended Action

All Drupal administrators should apply the latest security updates to patch this remote code execution vulnerability. Regularly review and update all Drupal modules and themes to ensure comprehensive protection.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2018-7602 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2018-7602 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.