Django REST framework: JSONParser applies an attacker-named codec to the request stream

Summary

Django REST framework: JSONParser applies an attacker-named codec to the request stream

Why it matters

GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for djangorestframework. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates, especially because EPSS places it in the 26% percentile.

Operator check

Check whether djangorestframework is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available. EPSS probability: 0.3%; percentile: 26%.

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