django-security

Configure Django production security settings and authentication patterns.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
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Skill: django-security
Source: https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion/tree/main/skills/django-security
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion --skill django-security-cescrafli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Django security is often overlooked, leading to vulnerabilities in authentication, authorization, CSRF, and deployment configurations. This Skill consolidates best practices to harden Django applications and reduce risk.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Production-ready security settings guidance (headers, cookies, SSL, HSTS)
  • Secure authentication/authorization patterns, role-based access control, and password validation
  • Guidance for secure deployment and ongoing security hygiene across Django projects

Quick Start

Run the Django security checklist against your project to enforce secure defaults.

Frequently Asked Questions about django-security

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure Django production security settings for HTTPS and HSTS?

Django production security settings are configured by enforcing secure cookies, SSL redirection, and HSTS headers. This Skill provides best-practice configurations to harden applications and reduce deployment risks across header and cookie settings.

What's the best way to prevent SQL injection and XSS vulnerabilities in Django?

Preventing SQL injection and XSS in Django requires safe ORM usage and proper template escaping. This Skill provides best-practice configurations for ORM usage protections and XSS defenses to secure application inputs and outputs.

How do I implement role-based access control and secure password validation in Django?

Role-based access control and password validation in Django are implemented through secure authentication patterns. This Skill guides configuring robust password validators and RBAC patterns to enforce proper authorization boundaries.

Does this Django security checklist cover CSRF handling and secure file storage?

Yes, this Django security checklist covers both CSRF handling and secure file storage. It provides guidance for configuring CSRF protections and secure file or storage handling to prevent common web application vulnerabilities.

Why is my Django application still vulnerable to CSRF attacks after enabling middleware?

Django applications remain vulnerable to CSRF attacks when cookie settings or header configurations are incomplete. This Skill addresses proper CSRF handling and secure defaults to ensure middleware protections function correctly across the project.