CVE-2014-8525: Infoleak
McAfee Network Data Loss Prevention (NDLP) before 9.3 does not include the HTTPOnly flag in a Set-Cookie header for the session cookie, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information via script access to this cookie.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8525?
CVE-2014-8525 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive session cookie information.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8525?
To fix CVE-2014-8525, upgrade to McAfee Network Data Loss Prevention version 9.3 or later, which includes the HTTPOnly flag in Set-Cookie headers.
What systems are affected by CVE-2014-8525?
CVE-2014-8525 affects McAfee Network Data Loss Prevention versions prior to 9.3, including versions 8.6, 9.2.0, 9.2.1, and 9.2.2.
What risk does CVE-2014-8525 pose to my organization?
CVE-2014-8525 poses a risk of session hijacking, as attackers can potentially access sensitive information stored in cookies without the HTTPOnly flag.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-8525?
There are no effective workarounds for CVE-2014-8525; patching to a version that sets the HTTPOnly flag is strongly recommended.