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django-security

Implement Django security best practices for authentication, CSRF, SQL injection, and XSS prevention.

1|Updated Apr 6, 2026
Search Tags:#authorization#security#authentication#XSS#SQL injection#Django#CSRF
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npx skills add https://github.com/zero3041/PREP --skill django-security-zero3041
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Skill: django-security
Source: https://github.com/zero3041/PREP/tree/main/.claude/skills/skills/django-security
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zero3041/PREP --skill django-security-zero3041

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses common security vulnerabilities in Django applications, ensuring robust authentication, authorization, and deployment configurations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Security Best Practices: Provides comprehensive guidelines for Django security.
  • Authentication & Authorization: Offers guidance on custom user models, password hashing, and session management.
  • SQL Injection Prevention: Ensures safe usage of Django ORM and raw SQL queries.
  • XSS Prevention: Covers template escaping, safe string handling, and HTTP headers.
  • CSRF Protection: Explains default CSRF protection and exemptions.
  • File Upload Security: Includes file validation and secure storage configurations.
  • API Security: Discusses rate limiting, authentication, and security headers.
  • Content Security Policy: Provides guidance on implementing CSP to protect against XSS.
  • Environment Variables: Shows how to manage secrets and configure settings.
  • Logging Security Events: Details on logging security events for monitoring.
  • Quick Security Checklist: Summarizes key security considerations.

Quick Start

Activate the django-security skill to review and implement security best practices in your Django application.

Frequently Asked Questions about django-security

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I prevent SQL injection in Django raw queries?▼

To prevent SQL injection in Django, use the ORM securely and pass parameters to raw queries instead of concatenating strings. This ensures safe query execution and protects against malicious input.

What is the best way to configure Django CSRF protection?▼

Django CSRF protection is enabled by default to prevent cross-site request forgery. Configure it by ensuring the middleware is active, using the csrf_token template tag, and carefully managing exemptions.

How does Django template escaping prevent XSS vulnerabilities?▼

Django template escaping prevents XSS by automatically HTML-escaping variables rendered in templates. You must avoid marking unsafe strings as safe unless explicitly sanitized to maintain protection.

Can I manage Django secrets and settings using environment variables?▼

You can manage Django secrets and settings using environment variables to keep sensitive data out of source code. This approach secures deployment configurations and isolates production credentials.

How do I secure file uploads in Django applications?▼

Secure file uploads in Django by implementing strict file validation and configuring secure storage locations. This prevents malicious file execution and protects against directory traversal attacks.

What security headers are needed for Django API endpoints?▼

Django API security requires implementing authentication, rate limiting, and security headers. Adding Content Security Policy headers further protects APIs against cross-site scripting and data injection.

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