REDHAT-BUG-2295935: Medium severity Django Django vulnerability

Published Jul 5, 2024
·
Updated

django.utils.html.urlize() was subject to a potential denial-of-service attack via certain inputs with a very large number of brackets.

Affected versions =================

Django main development branch Django 5.1 Django 5.0 Django 4.2

Affected Software

3 affected components
Django Django<=5.1
Django Django>=4.2<=5.0
Django Django=5.0

Event History

Jul 5, 2024
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·09:58 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2295935?

The vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-2295935 poses a potential denial-of-service risk due to excessive bracket handling in Django.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2295935?

To mitigate the vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-2295935, upgrade to Django versions 5.1 or later.

3

Which versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2295935?

Affected versions in REDHAT-BUG-2295935 include Django 4.2, 5.0, and 5.1.

4

What type of attack does REDHAT-BUG-2295935 expose Django to?

REDHAT-BUG-2295935 exposes Django to potential denial-of-service attacks through specially crafted inputs.

5

Is there a known exploit for REDHAT-BUG-2295935?

As of now, there are no publicly known exploits specifically targeting REDHAT-BUG-2295935.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203