USN-6623-1: Django vulnerability

Published Feb 6, 2024
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Updated

It was discovered that Django incorrectly handled certain inputs that uses intcomma template filter. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service.

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/python3-django<3:4.2.4-1ubuntu2.1
3:4.2.4-1ubuntu2.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=23.10
All of the following
ubuntu/python3-django<2:3.2.12-2ubuntu1.10
2:3.2.12-2ubuntu1.10
Ubuntu Ubuntu=22.04
All of the following
ubuntu/python3-django<2:2.2.12-1ubuntu0.21
2:2.2.12-1ubuntu0.21
Ubuntu Ubuntu=20.04
All of the following
ubuntu/python-django<1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm3
1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm3
Ubuntu Ubuntu=18.04
All of the following
ubuntu/python3-django<1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm3
1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm3
Ubuntu Ubuntu=18.04

Event History

Feb 6, 2024
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of USN-6623-1?

The severity of USN-6623-1 is classified as denial of service due to improper handling of inputs in Django's intcomma template filter.

2

How do I fix USN-6623-1?

To fix USN-6623-1, update to the patched versions: python3-django 3:4.2.4-1ubuntu2.1, 2:3.2.12-2ubuntu1.10, 2:2.2.12-1ubuntu0.21, or 1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm3 for your respective Ubuntu version.

3

Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6623-1?

Affected Ubuntu versions include 23.10, 22.04, 20.04, and 18.04.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability in USN-6623-1?

The vulnerability in USN-6623-1 arises from Django's incorrect input handling that can lead to potential denial of service.

5

Is there a workaround for USN-6623-1?

Currently, the recommended approach for USN-6623-1 is to apply the available security updates rather than rely on a workaround.

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