Vulnerability Description
The private-browsing implementation in WebKit in Apple Safari before 6.2.8, 7.x before 7.1.8, and 8.x before 8.0.8 does not prevent caching of HTTP authentication credentials, which makes it easier for remote attackers to track users via a crafted web site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | >= 6.0, < 6.2.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00000.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-03/msg00054.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76339Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033274Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205033Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00000.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-03/msg00054.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76339Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033274Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205033Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-3754?
CVE-2015-3754 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The private-browsing implementation in WebKit in Apple Safari before 6.2.8, 7.x before 7.1.8, and 8.x before 8.0.8 does not prevent caching of HTTP authentication credentials, which makes it easier fo...
How severe is CVE-2015-3754?
CVE-2015-3754 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-2015-3754?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari.