Vulnerability Description
WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 5.0.4 and iOS before 4.3, does not properly handle redirects in conjunction with HTTP Basic Authentication, which might allow remote web servers to capture credentials by logging the Authorization HTTP header.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 5.0.3 |
| Apple | Webkit | All versions |
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 4.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4564Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4566Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025182
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4564Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4566Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025182
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0160?
CVE-2011-0160 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 5.0.4 and iOS before 4.3, does not properly handle redirects in conjunction with HTTP Basic Authentication, which might allow remote web servers to capture crede...
How severe is CVE-2011-0160?
CVE-2011-0160 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-2011-0160?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Apple Webkit, Apple Iphone Os.