Privacy Flaw in CFNetwork Affects Apple Mac OS X Safari
CVE-2013-0982
Currently unrated
What is CVE-2013-0982?
A privacy vulnerability exists in the CFNetwork component of Apple Mac OS X prior to version 10.8.4, affecting the Private Browsing feature in Safari. This flaw permits the storage of permanent cookies even after users exit the application, which could allow physically proximate attackers to exploit unattended stations and bypass cookie-based authentication mechanisms. Consequently, this presents risks related to unauthorized access and data exposure, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and endpoint security measures.