USN-7205-2: Django vulnerability

Published Jan 23, 2025
·
Updated

USN-7205-1 fixed a vulnerability in Django. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 18.04 LTS. Original advisory details: It was discovered that Django incorrectly handled certain IPv6 strings. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/python-django<1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm9
1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm9
Ubuntu Ubuntu=18.04
All of the following
ubuntu/python3-django<1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm9
1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm9
Ubuntu Ubuntu=18.04

Event History

Jan 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of USN-7205-2?

USN-7205-2 addresses a denial of service vulnerability in Django that can impact Ubuntu 18.04 LTS.

2

How do I fix USN-7205-2?

To fix USN-7205-2, upgrade to python-django version 1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm9 or python3-django version 1:1.11.11-1ubuntu1.21+esm9.

3

Which software is affected by USN-7205-2?

USN-7205-2 affects the python-django and python3-django packages on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS.

4

What does USN-7205-2 update address?

USN-7205-2 provides a fix for an IPv6 string handling vulnerability in Django.

5

Is USN-7205-2 relevant for earlier versions of Ubuntu?

USN-7205-2 specifically addresses vulnerabilities in the Django implementation for Ubuntu 18.04 LTS only.

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