django-security

Configure Django production security settings and prevent common web vulnerabilities.

Updated Dec 5, 2025
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Skill: django-security
Source: https://github.com/6luciano3/imprenta_tucan/tree/main/proyec_imprenta/skills/.agents/skills/django-security
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/6luciano3/imprenta_tucan --skill django-security-6luciano3

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive guidance and code examples to secure Django applications against common web vulnerabilities, ensuring robust authentication, authorization, and safe deployment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Secure Configuration: Implement essential production settings for security headers, SSL, and session management.
  • Authentication & Authorization: Set up custom user models, strong password hashing, and granular permission systems.
  • Vulnerability Prevention: Learn to prevent SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF).
  • Use Case: When deploying a new Django project, use this Skill to configure settings.py with production-ready security measures, define user roles, and implement API rate limiting.

Quick Start

Configure Django production security settings by following the provided Python code examples.

Frequently Asked Questions about django-security

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I configure Django production settings for security headers and SSL?

Django security configuration involves updating `settings.py` with production-ready parameters for SSL enforcement, secure headers, and session management. This Skill provides Python code examples to implement these specific configurations and environment variable management for secure application deployment.

What is the best way to prevent SQL injection and XSS in Django web applications?

Preventing SQL injection and Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in Django requires utilizing built-in template escaping and parameterized database queries. This Skill details specific implementation patterns for vulnerability prevention to protect your web application against common code injection attacks.

How do I implement a custom user model and password hashing in Django?

Implementing a custom Django user model requires extending base authentication classes and configuring strong password hashing algorithms. This Skill guides you through defining custom user models, setting up granular permission systems, and managing authentication securely.

Can I use this Skill to set up API security and rate limiting for a Django project?

Yes, this Skill covers API security and provides guidance on implementing rate limiting for Django projects. It includes comprehensive best practices for securing web endpoints, ensuring your API authentication and authorization layers are correctly configured against unauthorized access.

Does this Skill cover secure file handling and CSRF protection for Django apps?

Yes, this Skill explicitly covers secure file handling and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection for Django apps. It provides actionable code examples and best practices to validate file uploads and enforce CSRF tokens across your web application forms.