Critical Denial-of-Service Vulnerability in Python-Django Package
Summary
UBUNTU-CVE-2024-24680: An issue was discovered in Django 3.2 before 3.2.24, 4.2 before 4.2.10, and Django 5.0 before 5.0.2. Affects python-django versions 1.5.4-1ubuntu1 – 1.6.11-0ubuntu1.3+esm7. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
Python-Django is a high-level Python web framework that encourages rapid development and clean, pragmatic design. It is widely used for building web applications and is known for its scalability, security features, and ease of use. However, recent vulnerabilities have raised concerns about its security, particularly with the intcomma template filter, which can be exploited under certain conditions.
Vulnerability Detail
An issue was discovered in Django versions 3.2 before 3.2.24, 4.2 before 4.2.10, and 5.0 before 5.0.2. The intcomma template filter is vulnerable to a potential denial-of-service attack when processing very long strings. This vulnerability can lead to application downtime and impact user experience, making it critical for developers to address it promptly.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the intcomma template filter with untrusted or user-generated input. Implement input validation to limit the length of strings processed by this filter.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in the Python-Django package poses a significant risk due to its potential for denial-of-service attacks. It is crucial for developers to update their packages to the latest patched versions and implement necessary workarounds to mitigate risks.
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FAQ
The CVSS score of this vulnerability is 7.5, indicating a high severity level.
Django versions 3.2 before 3.2.24, 4.2 before 4.2.10, and 5.0 before 5.0.2 are affected by this vulnerability.
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The vulnerability can lead to a denial-of-service attack, causing application downtime and negatively impacting user experience.
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