django-security

Secure Django applications against common web vulnerabilities with code examples.

Updated Jul 10, 2025
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Skill: django-security
Source: https://github.com/nubiv/my-nome/tree/main/nix-darwin/config/claude/skills/django-security
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nubiv/my-nome --skill django-security-nubiv

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive guidance and code examples to secure Django applications against common web vulnerabilities, ensuring data integrity and user protection.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Secure Configuration: Implement best practices for production settings, including security headers and secret management.
  • Authentication & Authorization: Set up robust user authentication, custom user models, and role-based access control.
  • Vulnerability Prevention: Learn to prevent SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.
  • File & API Security: Secure file uploads and implement API security measures like rate limiting.
  • Use Case: A developer is deploying a new Django application and needs to ensure it's protected against common attacks before going live.

Quick Start

Configure your Django project's production settings by following the provided Python code examples for security headers and secret management.

Frequently Asked Questions about django-security

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I secure Django production settings before going live?

To secure Django production settings, configure security headers, manage environment variables for secret keys, and apply recommended deployment configurations to protect data integrity and users.

How do I prevent SQL injection and XSS vulnerabilities in Django?

Prevent SQL injection and XSS in Django by applying secure coding practices, using built-in template escaping for XSS, and following provided code snippets to validate inputs against common web vulnerabilities.

What is the best way to set up role-based access control and authentication in Django?

Set up Django authentication and role-based access control by implementing custom user models and utilizing provided instructions to enforce robust authorization mechanisms across your web application.

How do I secure file uploads and apply API rate limiting in Django?

Secure Django file uploads and APIs by following specific code examples for upload validation and implementing API security measures like rate limiting to prevent abusive requests.

Does this Django security guidance cover CSRF protection and logging security events?

Yes, this guidance covers implementing Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection and configuring your application to log security events, addressing common vulnerabilities and deployment best practices.