CVE-2025-26699: Django: Potential denial-of-service in django.utils.text.wrap()
First published: Thu Mar 06 2025(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Django 5.1 before 5.1.7, 5.0 before 5.0.13, and 4.2 before 4.2.20. The django.utils.text.wrap() method and wordwrap template filter are subject to a potential denial-of-service attack when used with very long strings.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Django | <5.1.7 | |
| Django | <5.0.13 | |
| Django | <4.2.20 | |
| pip/Django | >=5.1<5.1.7 | 5.1.7 |
| pip/Django | >=5.0<5.0.13 | 5.0.13 |
| pip/Django | >=4.2<4.2.20 | 4.2.20 |
| debian/python-django | <=2:2.2.28-1~deb11u2<=2:2.2.28-1~deb11u5<=3:3.2.19-1+deb12u1 | 3:4.2.20-1 |
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Reference Links
- https://docs.djangoproject.com/en/dev/releases/security/
- https://groups.google.com/g/django-announce
- https://www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2025/mar/06/security-releases/
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/03/06/12
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-26699
- https://docs.djangoproject.com/en/dev/releases/security
- https://www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2025/mar/06/security-releases
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-p3fp-8748-vqfq (Advisory)
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2025-26699
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2025-26699
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2025-26699
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2025-26699
- https://github.com/django/django/commit/e88f7376fe68dbf4ebaf11fad1513ce700b45860
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-26699?
CVE-2025-26699 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for denial-of-service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-26699?
To fix CVE-2025-26699, upgrade Django to version 5.1.7, 5.0.13, or 4.2.20 or later.
Which versions of Django are affected by CVE-2025-26699?
CVE-2025-26699 affects Django versions 5.1 before 5.1.7, 5.0 before 5.0.13, and 4.2 before 4.2.20.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-26699?
The potential impacts of CVE-2025-26699 include service disruptions caused by denial-of-service attacks exploiting long string inputs.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-26699?
No specific workarounds have been provided for CVE-2025-26699, so upgrading to a patched version is recommended.
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