Vulnerability Description
Apple Safari 4.0.5 on Windows sends the "Authorization: Basic" header appropriate for one web site to a different web site named in a Location header received from the first site, which allows remote web servers to obtain sensitive information by logging HTTP requests. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | 4.0.5 |
| Microsoft | Windows | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39670Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/58620
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39670Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/58620
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1940?
CVE-2010-1940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Apple Safari 4.0.5 on Windows sends the "Authorization: Basic" header appropriate for one web site to a different web site named in a Location header received from the first site, which allows remote ...
How severe is CVE-2010-1940?
CVE-2010-1940 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Microsoft Windows.