CVE-2016-2048: Medium severity django vulnerability
Django 1.9.x before 1.9.2, when ModelAdmin.saveas is set to True, allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and create ModelAdmin objects via the "Save as New" option when editing objects and leveraging the "change" permission.
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Django 1.9.x before 1.9.2, when ModelAdmin.saveas is set to True, allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and create ModelAdmin objects via the "Save as New" option when editing objects and leveraging the "change" permission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2048?
CVE-2016-2048 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows authenticated users to bypass access restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2048?
To fix CVE-2016-2048, upgrade Django to version 1.9.2 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-2048?
CVE-2016-2048 affects Django versions 1.9 and 1.9.1.
Can CVE-2016-2048 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
No, CVE-2016-2048 can only be exploited by remote authenticated users.
What functionality does CVE-2016-2048 impact in Django?
CVE-2016-2048 impacts the 'Save as New' functionality in Django's ModelAdmin, allowing unauthorized creation of objects.