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CVE-2003-1561: Infoleak

First published: Wed Dec 31 2003(Updated: )

Opera, probably before 7.50, sends Referer headers containing https:// URLs in requests for http:// URLs, which allows remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information by reading Referer log data.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Opera

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-1561?

    The severity of CVE-2003-1561 is moderate due to potential information leakage.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-1561?

    To fix CVE-2003-1561, upgrade to a later version of Opera that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What information is exposed by CVE-2003-1561?

    CVE-2003-1561 can expose potentially sensitive information contained in Referer headers when navigating from HTTPS to HTTP URLs.

  • Which versions of Opera are affected by CVE-2003-1561?

    CVE-2003-1561 affects versions of Opera before 7.50.

  • Can attackers exploit CVE-2003-1561 easily?

    Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2003-1561 by analyzing Referer log data from requests made by affected Opera versions.

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