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CWE-525 - Use of Web Browser Cache Containing Sensitive Information

  • Abstraction:Variant
  • Structure:Simple
  • Status:Incomplete
  • Release Date:2006-07-19
  • Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29

Weakness Name

Use of Web Browser Cache Containing Sensitive Information

Description

The web application does not use an appropriate caching policy that specifies the extent to which each web page and associated form fields should be cached.

Common Consequences

Scope: Confidentiality

Impact: Read Application Data

Notes: Browsers often store information in a client-side cache, which can leave behind sensitive information for other users to find and exploit, such as passwords or credit card numbers. The locations at most risk include public terminals, such as those in libraries and Internet cafes.

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