What is the severity of CVE-2015-3754?

CVE-2015-3754 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to expose private user data.

How do I fix CVE-2015-3754?

To fix CVE-2015-3754, users should update their Safari browser to versions 6.2.8, 7.1.8, or 8.0.8 or later.

What impact does CVE-2015-3754 have on users?

CVE-2015-3754 allows attackers to track users by potentially accessing cached HTTP authentication credentials.

Which versions of Safari are affected by CVE-2015-3754?

CVE-2015-3754 affects Apple Safari versions prior to 6.2.8, 7.x before 7.1.8, and 8.x before 8.0.8.

Is CVE-2015-3754 related to private browsing functionality?

Yes, CVE-2015-3754 specifically affects the private browsing implementation in Safari.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2015-3754

medium

4.3

CWE

200

16/8/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-3754: Infoleak

First published: Sun Aug 16 2015(Updated: )

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.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple Mobile Safari	>=6.0<6.2.8
Apple Mobile Safari	>=7.0<7.1.8
Apple Mobile Safari	>=8.0<8.0.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-3754?
CVE-2015-3754 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to expose private user data.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3754?
To fix CVE-2015-3754, users should update their Safari browser to versions 6.2.8, 7.1.8, or 8.0.8 or later.
What impact does CVE-2015-3754 have on users?
CVE-2015-3754 allows attackers to track users by potentially accessing cached HTTP authentication credentials.
Which versions of Safari are affected by CVE-2015-3754?
CVE-2015-3754 affects Apple Safari versions prior to 6.2.8, 7.x before 7.1.8, and 8.x before 8.0.8.
Is CVE-2015-3754 related to private browsing functionality?
Yes, CVE-2015-3754 specifically affects the private browsing implementation in Safari.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-3754?
CVE-2015-3754 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to expose private user data.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3754?
To fix CVE-2015-3754, users should update their Safari browser to versions 6.2.8, 7.1.8, or 8.0.8 or later.
What impact does CVE-2015-3754 have on users?
CVE-2015-3754 allows attackers to track users by potentially accessing cached HTTP authentication credentials.
Which versions of Safari are affected by CVE-2015-3754?
CVE-2015-3754 affects Apple Safari versions prior to 6.2.8, 7.x before 7.1.8, and 8.x before 8.0.8.
Is CVE-2015-3754 related to private browsing functionality?
Yes, CVE-2015-3754 specifically affects the private browsing implementation in Safari.