Vulnerability Description
Django REST framework is a toolkit for building Web APIs. Prior to 3.17.2, Django REST Framework's request.data parsing in rest_framework/request.py Request._parse() passes the underlying HttpRequest stream to JSONParser and FormParser for application/json and application/x-www-form-urlencoded bodies, bypassing Django's DATA_UPLOAD_MAX_MEMORY_SIZE protection and allowing oversized request bodies to consume additional memory and CPU. This issue is fixed in version 3.17.2.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/commit/2912dc98042f78e27636551fc
- https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/commit/82ef7b7e4e0a73ba5c489b465
- https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/pull/10013
- https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/security/advisories/GHSA-2m8g-3c
- https://github.com/encode/django-rest-framework/security/advisories/GHSA-2m8g-3c
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-73228?
CVE-2026-73228 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). Django REST framework is a toolkit for building Web APIs. Prior to 3.17.2, Django REST Framework's request.data parsing in rest_framework/request.py Request._parse() passes the underlying HttpRequest ...
How severe is CVE-2026-73228?
CVE-2026-73228 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-73228?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.