HTTP: Non-Destructive Cache Timing Browser History Disclosure

This signature detects attempts to exploit a known flaw in multiple browsers. An attacker can send a specially-crafted webpage which can deduce the contents of a browser history based on the timing of responses. A successful attack could result in disclosure of a user's browser history to a third party attacker.

Short Name
HTTP:STC:CACHETIME
Severity
Minor
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
None
Category
HTTP
Keywords
Browser Cache Disclosure History Non-Destructive Timing
Release Date
12/06/2011
Supported Platforms

srx-branch-12.3

srx-19.3

srx-branch-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.2

srx-branch-19.4

vsrx-19.4

mx-12.3

mx-19.4

vmx-19.4

mx-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.4

srx-19.4

vsrx-12.3

vmx-19.3

vsrx-19.2

srx-12.3

Sigpack Version
3324
False Positive
Unknown

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