Hotblocks Module for Drupal contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when an error occurs during the handling of a hotblock that is recursively embedded in another hotblock. This will result in an infinite loop and a loss of availability for the program.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Denial of Service
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Solution:
Upgrade
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified,
Coordinated Disclosure
OSVDB:
Authentication Required
Solution
Upgrade to version 6.x-1.8 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
