CVE-2015-3754

Name: CVE-2015-3754
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-08-16T23:59:27.533+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.93%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-3754 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 1.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.93%

77.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	>= 6.0, < 6.2.8
Apple	Safari	>= 7.0, < 7.1.8
Apple	Safari	>= 8.0, < 8.0.8

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-03/msg00054.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76339Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033274Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205033Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-03/msg00054.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76339Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033274Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205033Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 16, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-3754?

How severe is CVE-2015-3754?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-3754 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-3754?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST