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.
Related Weaknesses
Related Alerts
Re-examine Cache-control DirectivesInformational