Vulnerability Description
The Private Browsing feature in CFNetwork in Apple Mac OS X before 10.8.4 does not prevent storage of permanent cookies upon exit from Safari, which might allow physically proximate attackers to bypass cookie-based authentication by leveraging an unattended workstation.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.7.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Jun/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5784Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Jun/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5784Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-0982?
CVE-2013-0982 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.7 (LOW). The Private Browsing feature in CFNetwork in Apple Mac OS X before 10.8.4 does not prevent storage of permanent cookies upon exit from Safari, which might allow physically proximate attackers to bypas...
How severe is CVE-2013-0982?
CVE-2013-0982 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-0982?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.