REDHAT-BUG-2294457: XSS
First published: Thu Jun 27 2024(Updated: )
Versions of the package djangorestframework before 3.15.2 are vulnerable to Cross-site Scripting (XSS) via the break_long_headers template filter due to improper input sanitization before splitting and joining with <br> tags. <a href="https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/commit/3b41f0124194430da957b119712978fa2266b642">https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/commit/3b41f0124194430da957b119712978fa2266b642</a> <a href="https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/pull/9435">https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/pull/9435</a> <a href="https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-PYTHON-DJANGORESTFRAMEWORK-7252137">https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-PYTHON-DJANGORESTFRAMEWORK-7252137</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Django REST Framework | <3.15.2 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/commit/3b41f0124194430da957b119712978fa2266b642
- https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/pull/9435
- https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-PYTHON-DJANGORESTFRAMEWORK-7252137
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:7312
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2294457
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2294457?
REDHAT-BUG-2294457 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Cross-site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2294457?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2294457, upgrade the Django REST Framework to version 3.15.2 or later.
What versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2294457?
Versions of the Django REST Framework prior to 3.15.2 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2294457.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2294457?
REDHAT-BUG-2294457 is a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by improper input sanitization.
Is user data at risk with REDHAT-BUG-2294457?
Yes, user data may be at risk due to potential XSS attacks that can exploit REDHAT-BUG-2294457.
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