USN-6987-1: Django vulnerabilities
It was discovered that Django incorrectly handled certain inputs. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2024-45230) It was discovered that Django incorrectly handled certain email sending failures. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to enumerate user emails by issuing password reset requests and observing the outcomes. (CVE-2024-45231)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6987-1?
USN-6987-1 is categorized as a potential denial of service vulnerability which could affect the application's availability.
How do I fix USN-6987-1?
To resolve USN-6987-1, update to the patched version of Python Django as recommended for your specific Ubuntu release.
What systems are affected by USN-6987-1?
USN-6987-1 affects multiple versions of Python Django across Ubuntu 18.04, 20.04, 22.04, and 24.04.
Who is affected by the vulnerabilities addressed in USN-6987-1?
Any user or organization running vulnerable versions of Python Django on the specified Ubuntu versions is at risk.
What should I do if I can't immediately update due to USN-6987-1?
If an immediate update is not feasible due to operational requirements, implement workarounds or increase monitoring to detect potential exploitation.