CVE-2007-0404

CVE-2007-0404 is a high-severity vulnerability in Django Project Django with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

bin/compile-messages.py in Django 0.95 does not quote argument strings before invoking the msgfmt program through the os.system function, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a (1) .po or (2) .mo file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0404?
bin/compile-messages.py in Django 0.95 does not quote argument strings before invoking the msgfmt program through the os.system function, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a (1) .po or (2) .mo file.
How severe is CVE-2007-0404?
CVE-2007-0404 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-0404 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0404?
CVE-2007-0404 affects Django Project Django. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0404?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-0404 published?
CVE-2007-0404 was published on 2007-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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