Vulnerability Description
The Safari Settings feature in Safari in Apple iOS 4.x before 4.3 does not properly implement the clearing of cookies during execution of the Safari application, which might make it easier for remote web servers to track users by setting a cookie.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4564Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46810
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025182
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4564Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46810
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025182
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0159?
CVE-2011-0159 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The Safari Settings feature in Safari in Apple iOS 4.x before 4.3 does not properly implement the clearing of cookies during execution of the Safari application, which might make it easier for remote ...
How severe is CVE-2011-0159?
CVE-2011-0159 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0159?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os.